A strategic initiative to modernise healthcare facilities

Axsys Projects worked with 20Twenty Projects, on behalf of the Department of Public Works & Health, to renovate and upgrade thirty-one health facilities across the ZF Mgcawu District in Northern Cape. This project aimed to enhance the quality of healthcare delivery through the construction of modern clinics and hospitals, while also focusing on local contractor development and skills transfer to support regional growth.

Key Deliverables

Thirty-one health facility renovations across ZF Mgcawu district

Complete facility upgrades to modern clinic and hospital standards

Comprehensive infrastructure improvements for enhanced healthcare delivery

Local contractor development programme with skills transfer focus

Community healthcare infrastructure supporting improved service delivery

Skills Development Programme

The project included a focus on contractor upskilling, delivering:

Quality management system training for improved construction standards

Project execution and production planning methodologies

Workplace safety protocols for compliance and safety culture development

Commercial management and business development training

Development initiatives included:

Skills transfer across all construction disciplines

Safety training workshops led by industry experts

Contractor advancement with a minimum upgrade of one GB level per contractor

Building regional construction capacity by improving contractor skills from GB Level 1-4

Healthcare Infrastructure Impact

The renovation work resulted in:

Modern, upgraded healthcare facilities meeting contemporary standards for patient care

Enhanced service delivery capacity to better serve local communities

Compliance with health facility regulations ensuring sustainability

Improved environmental quality for patient care environments

Regional Development and Community Benefits

The project had a significant impact on the local community by:

Supporting local contractor growth and providing business development opportunities

Retaining skills in the Northern Cape and building capacity for future projects

Creating employment opportunities during construction and in ongoing operations

Improving healthcare access in underserved regions

Public Sector Excellence

This project demonstrated:

Successful collaboration between public and private sectors to drive results

A community-focused approach to construction, prioritising local capacity building

Sustainable development through targeted skills transfer and infrastructure modernisation

Contractor Development Success

The initiative achieved:

Advanced local contractors to higher GB levels, boosting their capabilities for future projects

Enabled sustainable business development and regional construction capacity improvement

Contributed to long-term economic growth and skills retention in the Northern Cape

Project Summary

Project Classification: Public Health Infrastructure

Contract Type: Renovation and Skills Development

Programme: Community Development and Healthcare Improvement

Outcome

The health facilities are now fully renovated, providing modern environments that enhance healthcare delivery. Local contractors have gained new skills, strengthening regional construction capacity and enabling long-term sustainability. This project has not only improved healthcare access for the community but also contributed to economic development and skills retention in the Northern Cape.

Northern Cape Health Facilities Renovation