Masincedane Community Service has expanded its operations in the Nomzamo area by offering services twice a week in Asanda Village, to provide essential health services to the local community. They work alongside the Nomzamo Clinic in a joint initiative that includes the Department of Health to address the community’s health-care needs, particularly in areas such as family planning, HIV, TB and immunisation of children.
According to Roger Allingham, Acting CEO of Masincedane, the plan has always been to reach as many people as possible who face several obstacles in the pursuit of health care. “We are grateful for the support of the Department of Health and the donors who have made this project possible.”
The new services in Asanda Village will add to their already existing offerings in Nomzamo and has already seen a surge in patients seeking its services. Marcia Torres, Masincedane’s Project Manager, emphasised the importance of working closely with the Nomzamo Clinic and Ikwezi Clinic to ensure the centre met the community’s needs. “We have identified a significant gap in health-care services in this area,” she said, “and we are committed to providing accessible care.”
The centre offers services twice a week, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 09:00 at the Christian Anointed Ministries Church. Its outreach programmes are conducted under the guidance of professional nurses and several health workers. Masincedane has served the community since 1995. With 103 community health workers operating in Asanda and Nomzamo, it has promoted health and wellness in the area successfully. “We have conducted outreach programmes on Sundays at various church services, and received overwhelming support,” said Allingham. “We also plan a sports for freedom tournament to promote health and wellness and foster community engagement.”
Torres stressed gratitude for the funding provided by C-Sharp (Cape Town Systematic Healthcare Action Research Project), which has expanded community engagement and offered more services to the local residents and to Pastor Liko Makasi of the Christian Anointed Ministries Church and all who contribute to the programme’s success.. Masincedane also welcomes donations to support its programmes. To get in touch contact 021 854 6303/ 6311.
