Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital

11/06/2026

🇿🇦 Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital proudly extends its best wishes to Bafana Bafana as they take on Mexico in today’s FIFA World Cup encounter.

We stand firmly behind our boys as they carry the hopes of a nation and proudly fly the South African flag. May they compete with confidence, determination, and the spirit that has brought them this far.

Good luck, Bafana Bafana🇿🇦 South Africa stands with you every step of the way.
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10/06/2026

In the spirit of compassion, warmth, and hope, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital (CMJAH), in collaboration with Mthembu Mag Healing Foundation and Child Care Africa, proudly conducted a Scarf Donation Drive for cancer patients receiving treatment at the 495 Medical Oncology Clinic.

The initiative aimed to provide comfort and dignity to patients undergoing cancer treatment while reminding them that they are not alone in their journey. Each donated scarf symbolized care, encouragement, and solidarity with those bravely fighting cancer.

We extend our sincere gratitude to all partners, donors, and volunteers who contributed to making this initiative a success. Together, we continue to bring hope, restore confidence, and support patients as they navigate their healing journey.

05/06/2026

Child Protection Week Commemoration and Awareness March | 29 May – 5 June 2026

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital proudly commemorated Child Protection Week 2026 through an awareness march and advocacy programme held under the theme, “Working Together to End Violence Against Children.” This important national campaign serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to uphold and protect the rights, dignity, safety, and well-being of every child. The commemoration provided an opportunity to raise awareness about the prevention of child abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence, while promoting a culture of care, protection, and accountability.

The event brought together a multidisciplinary team comprising the Teddy Bear Clinic, Social Work Department, Occupational Therapy Department, Speech Therapy Department, Physiotherapy Department, Dietetics Department, Wits Dental Clinic, Paediatric Department, Radiography Department, the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), Childline South Africa, SAPS, and other valued stakeholders. Through a united show of support and commitment, participants engaged patients, staff, caregivers, and members of the public on the importance of safeguarding children and creating environments where they can grow, develop, and thrive free from harm.

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital extends its sincere appreciation to all departments, partners, and stakeholders who contributed to the success of this meaningful commemoration. Special thanks are extended to NCJJ Projects for their generous support through the provision of graphic design services, awareness posters, and balloons, which significantly enhanced the visibility of the campaign. Together, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing child protection and ensuring that every child is afforded the opportunity to realise their full potential in a safe and nurturing environment.

05/06/2026

03/06/2026

As we continue to observe Child Protection Week 2026, our Social Work Department remains committed to raising awareness about the rights, safety, and well-being of every child.

Child protection is a collective responsibility. By working together as families, communities, educators, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders, we can create safe and nurturing environments where children are protected from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence.

This year’s Child Protection Week reminds us that every child deserves to grow up in a safe, caring, and supportive environment that enables them to reach their full potential.

If you suspect that a child is at risk, speak up and report it. Protecting children starts with all of us.

01/06/2026

Child Protection Week 2026: Working Together to End Violence Against Children

From 29 May to 5 June 2026, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital proudly joins the nation in observing Child Protection Week, an annual campaign dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights, safety, dignity, and well-being of children.

Observed under the theme “Working Together to End Violence Against Children,” this important campaign highlights the collective responsibility of families, communities, healthcare professionals, educators, government institutions, and civil society organisations in safeguarding children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence.

As part of this year’s programme, a multidisciplinary team comprising the Teddy Bear Clinic, Social Work Department, Occupational Therapy Department, Speech Therapy Department, Physiotherapy Department, Dietetics Department, Wits Dental Clinic, Paediatric Department, Radiography Department, the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), and other stakeholders collaborated to raise awareness and educate patients, caregivers, and the broader community on child protection, children’s rights, and the importance of creating safe and nurturing environments for all children.

Child Protection Week serves as a reminder that every child has the right to grow up free from harm, with access to care, support, protection, and opportunities to thrive. Through education, advocacy, and partnership, we can strengthen child protection systems and ensure a brighter future for every child.

We extend our sincere appreciation to NCJJ Projects for their generous support and valuable contribution to this initiative through the provision of graphic design services, awareness posters, and balloons. Their contribution helped enhance the visibility and impact of the campaign, creating a welcoming and engaging environment that supported our child protection awareness efforts.

Together, we can build a society where every child is protected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential.

28/05/2026

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital Wound Care management Committee , through the support of private sponsorship, is proud to facilitate a Wound Care Management Course aimed at strengthening the clinical management of wounds across the CMJAH Cluster.

This educational initiative forms part of the hospital’s ongoing commitment to improving patient outcomes, enhancing evidence-based wound care practices, and supporting healthcare professionals through continuous skills development. The training further contributes to the broader objective of reducing wound sepsis and promoting safer, high-quality patient care within healthcare facilities.

The programme provides healthcare professionals with an opportunity to deepen their knowledge and practical understanding of comprehensive wound assessment, infection prevention measures, appropriate wound management techniques, and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital extends its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders, facilitators, and sponsors whose support continues to strengthen healthcare education and clinical excellence.

27/05/2026

The Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Department, in partnership with the Infectious Diseases Department, hosts a joint refresher training session for healthcare professionals on Hantavirus and Ebola Virus Disease (EVD).

This educational initiative is aimed at strengthening clinical awareness, reinforcing infection prevention and control practices, and enhancing healthcare workers’ preparedness in the identification, management, and containment of high-risk infectious diseases.

Through continuous professional development and interdisciplinary collaboration, the institution remains committed to promoting patient safety, protecting healthcare workers, and advancing excellence in public health practice.

27/05/2026

Health minister Aaron Motsoaledi says the long-running repair project at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital is expected to be completed in August, and parking-area repairs in October this year.

27/05/2026