Overview

Life Healthcare Group is a leading private hospital network headquartered in South Africa, with operations extending into Botswana. In Botswana, the group operates through Life Gaborone Private Hospital, a modern, multi-specialty healthcare facility located in Gaborone.

Key Details:

Name: Life Gaborone Private Hospital

Parent Group: Life Healthcare Group

Address: Plot 8448, Segoditshane Road, Mica Way, Gaborone, Botswana

Phone: +267 368 5600 / 5765

Email: tonic.rindo@lifehealthcare.co.za

Ownership and Structure

Life Healthcare’s operations in Botswana are managed through Healthcare Management Services (Pty) Ltd, which trades as Gaborone Private Hospital (GPH). The ownership structure is a partnership between:

Life Healthcare (South Africa) – provides operational expertise, clinical standards, and branding.

Healthcare Holdings (Botswana) – jointly owned by the Debswana Pension Fund and Botswana Insurance Fund Management (BIFM).

Belgram Investments – an investment company owned by local doctors with admitting rights to the hospital.

This setup allows both regional investors and local medical professionals to participate in the management and growth of the hospital.

Services and Capabilities
Medical and Surgical Specialties

Life Gaborone Private Hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services across multiple disciplines, including:

General Surgery

Internal Medicine

Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Orthopaedics

Neurosurgery

Oncology

Paediatrics

Urology

Ophthalmology

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat)

Anaesthesiology

Neonatology

Neurology

The hospital includes four operating theatres, an intensive care unit, and specialized units such as a neonatal ICU and an oncology department.

Diagnostic and Support Services

Supporting facilities and departments include:

Radiology (CT, MRI, ultrasound, X-ray)

Pathology and Laboratory Services

Pharmacy

Physiotherapy

Dietetics and Nutrition

Orthotics and Prosthetics

Audiology

Immunization and Preventive Care Services

Strategic Role

Life Gaborone Private Hospital serves as a key private healthcare hub for Botswana, offering specialized treatments that reduce the need for patients to travel abroad for advanced care. The hospital integrates regional expertise with Life Healthcare Group’s international clinical standards, helping raise the standard of private healthcare in the country.

The facility forms part of Life Healthcare’s broader network of over 60 hospitals across Southern Africa, ensuring access to advanced medical technology, skilled specialists, and a consistent focus on patient safety and outcomes.