04 Feb 2026

Minister of Health, Dr Stephen Modise says the 70-bed facility will spare patients from Moshupa and surrounding villages the need to travel long distances to Princess Marina Hospital for specialised care.

Speaking after the tour of the hospital on February 3, Dr Modise said although the hospital was originally slated to open to the public in October last year,  progress was on track and the facility was now expected to be officially handed over in April

He noted that the building’s design allowed for future expansion and optimisation of space to increase bed capacity if required.

Dr Modise highlighted the hospital’s ample space for additional services, including dialysis, blood cleansing, and kidney treatment.

He added that the facility could be adapted to accommodate outpatient clinics and host visiting specialists for large-scale health campaigns, enabling them to serve many patients in a single day.

He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fully equipping the hospital to deliver a range of specialised services, including paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology.

While expressing satisfaction with the construction progress, Dr Modise admitted frustration over the lengthy timeline to completion.

He also raised concerns about potential staffing challenges, noting that shortages of healthcare personnel could hinder service delivery despite efforts to address them. Director of Primary Health Care in the Ministry of Health, Dr Bobby Kgosiemang, assured that preparations for the hospital’s opening were well advanced.

He confirmed that recruitment of nurses and doctors had already been completed, with staff training and induction scheduled to begin shortly. All necessary equipment, including ambulances, are ready for use.

Project manager, Mr Daniel Lysson reported that construction was fully complete and current focus was on inspection, testing, and commissioning of all installed machinery and electrical systems to ensure they meet required standards. ENDS