Department Of Health And Social Development

By | December 14, 2021

Department Of Health And Social Development, The Department of Health contributes to the provision of primary healthcare to residents of the city. It also ensures the availability of safe, quality medication.



The Department of Health and Social Development contributes to the provision of primary well-being of Joburg’s residents.



The health arm looks to the healthcare to residents and also ensures the availability of safe, quality medication. It runs local clinics, provides education programmes and workshops, supports other healthcare bodies, and monitors residents’ health.





The social development side provides development and welfare services, including the expanded social package – Siyasizana – that provides support for the poorest residents as well as the Migrants’ Helpdesk to assist new arrivals to the city.