WCGHW-Annual-Report 2021-2022

Summary

The 2021-2022 Annual Report for the Western Cape Department of Health outlines the provincial healthcare system's performance, finances, and strategic response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Serving a population of approximately 7.1 million people, the department managed millions of medical contacts and oversaw the largest vaccination campaign in South Africa's history. The document highlights significant infrastructure improvements, such as new emergency centres and psychiatric wards, alongside the introduction of innovative services like robotic surgery and telemedicine. Financially, the department operated on a budget of over R27 billion, employing a dedicated workforce of more than 33,000 staff members. Despite the immense pressure of multiple viral waves, the report emphasizes a transition toward a people-centric recovery and the stabilization of routine clinical services. Numerous statistical tables and organograms further detail the departments commitment to transparency, accountability, and equitable healthcare access.