Lenmed Health Group

Lenmed Health Group is a prominent private healthcare provider in Africa, with a network of 19 hospitals across South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, and Ghana. Established in 1984 in Lenasia, Johannesburg, during the apartheid era, Lenmed was founded by a group of doctors aiming to offer quality healthcare to underserved communities. The initial facility, a 47-bed clinic, has since evolved into the Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital, a flagship institution within the group .

Key Facts and Services

• Hospital Network: Lenmed operates 19 hospitals, including:

  • Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre (Durban, South Africa)

  • Bokamoso Private Hospital (Botswana)

  • Maputo Private Hospital (Mozambique)

  • The Bank Hospital (Accra, Ghana)

  • Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital (Johannesburg, South Africa)

• Medical Specialties: The group offers comprehensive medical and surgical disciplines, with specialized departments in:

  • Cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery (adult and pediatric)

  • Gastroenterology

  • Obstetrics and gynecology

  • Oncology

  • Pediatrics

  • Stroke care

• Accreditations and Milestones:

  • Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre is the only hospital in Africa accredited by the American College of Cardiology and the sole provider of pediatric cardiac surgery in KwaZulu-Natal.

  • In 2022, Ethekwini Hospital performed a cardiac transplant, initiating Lenmed’s transplant program.

  • Bokamoso Private Hospital is the only facility in Botswana offering cardiac services, vascular surgery, and nuclear medicine.

  • Royal Hospital and Heart Centre in the Northern Cape provides the province’s only cardiac and radiotherapy services .

• Community Impact: Lenmed treats over 200,000 patients annually, employs more than 3,000 staff members, and collaborates with over 700 practicing doctors. The group holds a Level 1 Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) contributor status, reflecting its commitment to inclusive growth .

• International Partnerships: In 2024, Lenmed partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to expand quality healthcare services across Africa, aiming to enhance access and affordability .

Notable Facilities

• Maputo Private Hospital: Located in Mozambique’s capital, this 105-bed facility was inaugurated in 2012. Lenmed holds a 60% stake in the hospital, which offers services in surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, pediatrics, and gynecology .

• Bokamoso Private Hospital: Situated near Gaborone, Botswana, this hospital underwent a significant expansion in 2022, adding 44 beds and advanced equipment, including the country’s largest CT scanner

  📍 Physical Address

  Plot 2435, Block 1, Mmopane, along the Molepolole Road, near Gaborone, Botswana

  📞 Telephone

  • +267 369 4000

  • +267 369 4140

  📠 Fax

  • +267 369 4140

  📧 Email

  • info@lenmed.co.za

  📬 Postal Address

  • Private Bag 00205, Gaborone, Botswana

  🌐 Website

  • www.lenmed.co.za/hospital/bokamoso-private-hospital-lenmed