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The Citizen
20-06-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
VUT alumnus wins national award
The Vaal University of Technology (VUT) is celebrating Khomotso Comfort Ramabokela, a proud alumnus of VUT, for his outstanding contribution to healthcare and the recognition he recently received as 'Celebrate of the Year' across South Africa and the African continent. At 29 years old, the professional nurse and shift leader in the Emergency Department of Randfontein Private Hospital exemplifies the values, leadership, and compassion VUT strives to instil in its graduates. Drawn to healthcare by a deep desire to help others, Ramabokela reflects, 'I've always been interested in careers that allow me to make a tangible difference in people's lives.' His natural curiosity and drive to keep learning made nursing a perfect match. 'The opportunity to learn about the human body, respond in moments of crisis, and support people through their toughest times, that's what motivates me.' Ramabokela completed his Bachelor of Nursing Science at VUT in 2022, calling the experience life-changing. 'The education I received at VUT provided more than just knowledge. It gave me the foundation to navigate real-world challenges in the healthcare system,' he shares. 'My former VUT lecturers, Dikeledi Selepe, Dudu Motloba, Siya Rayise, Maria Mothebe, and Dr Rudo Ramalisa, were always available, supportive, and instrumental in shaping our understanding and skills.' Today, that foundation supports him daily in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. As a shift leader, Ramabokela doesn't just manage urgent medical cases; he leads a team, ensures quality care, and brings empathy, urgency, and calm to every situation. He lives by these essential values in emergency care: empathy, calmness, urgency, leadership, and a hunger to keep learning. 'I want to continue developing in clinical and educational spaces,' he adds. 'But I also value maintaining a healthy work-life balance and spending time with the people I love.' Being named 'Celebrate of the Year' felt deeply affirming. 'It made me feel seen,' he says. 'It motivated me to keep learning, improving, and giving my best. It showed me that what we do matters.' Still, the journey isn't without its challenges. Communication barriers, adapting to change, workload, and limited career development are all part of the reality. But Ramabokela approaches each one with a problem-solving mindset. 'Good relationships with colleagues improve communication. Sharing the workload makes things manageable. Engaging in ongoing training opens doors,' he said. Although he's not yet involved in mentorship or outreach, he's ready and willing. 'I'd love to give back and support future nurses and students, especially in the VUT community. That's where my journey started, and I'm proud of that,' he said. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
08-06-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Randfontein nurse who delivers baby in parking lot earns national praise
Professional nurse Khomotso Comfort Ramabokela (29) won a national award in private healthcare after he helped deliver a baby in a parking lot. Randfontein Herald reports that when Ramabokela arrived at the vehicle in the parking lot to assess the situation, he saw that the baby's head was crowning, which meant the woman was close to delivering the child. He explained he had to prepare himself physically and psychologically for what was to come. His first thought was ensuring the safe delivery of the baby and the health of the mother. He tried to remember that safety and sterility, even outside of the hospital, need to be maintained all the time. Before working for Randfontein Private Hospital, Ramabokela worked in the emergency department and the labour ward, which prepared him for that very moment. He says coming across such emergencies time and again helped him develop calm and focus. During the delivery of the baby, Ramabokela noted there were some challenges, such as a lack of space and comfort for the patient, as well as patient privacy. To overcome these challenges, he put the patient in the back seat and covered her. 'The most important thing to keep in mind during situations like these is a safe delivery. You have to ensure the environment is safe for both the baby and the mother. Easy equipment accessibility and the necessary help are also important,' he says. Ramabokela used his midwifery speciality that he acquired at Vaal University of Technology (VUT) and previous experience to help handle the situation. The best moment for him was when he heard the baby's cries and saw the mother's tears of joy. 'Gaining recognition and being appreciated, it motivated me to keep on working hard and also be open to learning opportunities for me to gain more knowledge and be able to apply the necessary skills in the daily challenges that I come across.' He advises other healthcare professionals who might face similar emergencies outside of a hospital setting to stay calm and focused. 'Prioritise a safe and sterile environment for your patients, apply necessary skills and also ask for help from colleagues who are near you when you need help, to provide a good health care service.' The VUT and Lenmed Private Hospital celebrated Comfort for his outstanding contribution to healthcare and the recognition he recently received as 'Celebrate of the Year' across South Africa and the African continent. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal. Read original story on At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
