20/08/2026
Major Upgrades Underway at Historic Greenville Hospital
Major upgrades are underway at the historic Greenville Hospital, with the Eastern Cape Department of Health describing the project as an important step towards improving healthcare services in the province. Established by the Roman Catholic Church in 1900, the hospital has served the community for more than a century. Despite its ageing infrastructure, residents have long praised the facility for its quality of service and the dedication of its nurses, who continue to uphold the Batho Pele principles under challenging working conditions. During street interviews conducted in Bizana, residents welcomed the renovations. One community member described the project as “a move in the right direction” for patients, nurses and doctors who work tirelessly to improve healthcare services across the district.
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