LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH MOURNS THE TRAGIC LOSS OF ITS TWO MEDICAL DOCTORS
The Limpopo Health Department is saddened by the passing of a couple who were medical doctors after they were found dead in their house in Polokwane yesterday. The circumstances surrounding their death are unknown, and police investigations are continuing. The police and forensic pathology responded to a call after they were alerted of the scene by the neighbours. The deceased were employed at Pietersburg Hospital and Donald Fraser Hospital respectivy.
Health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba and acting HOD
Dr Dombo, who were on the scene with the families of the deceased, have described their death as an immense loss to the department. “This is a sad day for me and the entire department. We are devastated. Losing such hardworking, dedicated, and promising young people is a blow for us as the department. Dr Mphikeleli Shikwambana, prior his permanent appointment, he served for two years as an Acting Clinical Manager for Donald Fraser Hospital where he managed to turn the hospital around from leading in maternal death in the Vhembe district to recording zero during that tenure and he continued sustaining his excellent performance in clinical governance leading to us giving him the responsibility to act as the overall head of the institution at the beginning of this month. On the other hand his wife Dr Tshimangadzo Muofhe will be missed by her colleagues and patients in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department of Pietersburg hospital for her dedication and commitment when it comes to protecting pregnant women and their unborn children. Death has once more stolen the best amongst us and on behalf of the department of health we send our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, colleagues and patients of the deceased, and may their departed souls rest in peace,” said MEC Ramathuba.
Further details will be made in due course.
