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Mobile Diagnostic Fleet Deployed Across Dr Kenneth Kaunda District for July 2026

By Karen Scheepers06 Jul 2026👁️ 30 views
The North West Department of Health, in partnership with the Institute of Health Programs and Systems (IHPS) and backed by resources from The Global Fund, has launched a month-long

The North West Department of Health, in partnership with the Institute of Health Programs and Systems (IHPS) and backed by resources from The Global Fund, has launched a month-long mobile health initiative across the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District. Throughout July 2026, specialized mobile units will navigate the region to offer accessible X-ray services and Tuberculosis (TB) testing.


The campaign aims to facilitate early detection and ease geographic access to essential diagnostic care.

Local residents are advised to review the official roster to identify when the mobile units will be stationed in their immediate vicinity.



Public Screening Schedule: July 2026


The operational dates, specific locations, and corresponding main towns for the mobile units have been structured chronologically below:

Date

Location / Venue

Town / City

6 July

Alabama

Klerksdorp

7 July

Promosa

Potchefstroom

8 July

Kanana Shoprite

Orkney / Klerksdorp

9 July

Jouberton

Klerksdorp

10 July

Tower Mall

Jouberton / Klerksdorp

13 July

Ventersdorp Taxi Rank

Ventersdorp

14 July

MQH Chris Hani

Ventersdorp

15 July

MQH Kgakala

Leeudoringstad

16 July

Khuma

Stilfontein / Klerksdorp

17 July

KLD Terminus

Klerksdorp

20 July

Ikageng

Potchefstroom

21 July

Kanana Ext 14

Orkney / Klerksdorp

22 July

Jouberton Brazil

Klerksdorp

23 July

Javaranda Ext 10

Ventersdorp

24 July

KLD City Mall

Klerksdorp

27 July

Ikageng

Potchefstroom

28 July

Jouberton Ext 12

Klerksdorp

29 July

Kanana Shoprite

Orkney / Klerksdorp

30 July

KLD Terminus

Klerksdorp

31 July

KLD City Mall

Klerksdorp



Operational Objectives and Framework


This community outreach aligns with the strategic targets outlined in South Africa's National Development Plan (NDP 2030), which emphasizes the expansion of localized healthcare infrastructure. By intercepting potential health concerns directly within residential areas, shopping complexes, and transit hubs, the program seeks to mitigate transmission rates and improve long-term public health outcomes across the province.


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