By Phenyo Selinda
The Free State Department of Health is making significant strides in environmental health through digital innovation, spearheaded by Environmental Health Practitioner, Mr. Tshepo Mokhadi, from Bongani Regional Hospital in Welkom. His dedication to environmental sustainability has led to the development of the Global Green Mobile, an advanced electronic environmental health assessment tool, marking a pivotal moment in the department’s journey towards innovation and excellence.
Pioneering Sustainable Healthcare Practices
Mr. Mokhadi’s commitment to reducing the healthcare sector’s carbon footprint has resulted in the implementation of numerous green initiatives. These efforts focus on minimizing the use of harmful chemicals, particularly pesticides, and promoting waste reduction strategies within healthcare facilities. His work has been recognized both locally and globally, with case studies published on platforms such as greenhospitals.net and the Global Green and Healthy Hospitals Network, highlighting sustainable projects primarily at Bongani Regional Hospital.
Recognition and Awards
The impact of Mr. Mokhadi’s initiatives has garnered international attention. Organizations like Health Care Without Harm and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have acknowledged his contributions to greener healthcare practices. Locally, the National Department of Health honored him with the Alfred Nzo Environmental Health Award in the Innovation category for developing an electronic healthcare waste information system.
The Global Green Mobile: A Leap Forward in Environmental Health
The introduction of the Global Green Mobile represents a significant advancement in environmental health assessments. This electronic tool streamlines processes, enhances data accuracy, and improves healthcare outcomes. Mr. Mokhadi reflects on this achievement, stating, “I saw an opportunity to improve our environmental health assessments and decided to take action. Through dedication and perseverance, I developed the Global Green Mobile to streamline our processes and enhance healthcare outcomes.”
Fostering a Culture of Innovation
The success of these initiatives underscores the importance of collaboration and the role of executive leadership in promoting innovation. Minister Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi emphasizes this, noting, “The Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI) is mandated to entrench a culture and practice of innovation in the Public Sector to enhance service delivery.” Similarly, Free State Health MEC, Monyatso Mahlatsi, highlights the broader impact, stating, “By fostering a culture of innovation, we position ourselves as leaders in public health solutions that can be shared across provinces, maximizing our impact and creating a unified approach to healthcare challenges nationwide.”
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