She acknowledged the pivotal role played by nurses in keeping people of the province and country safe, especially during the devastating times caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.

In her Facebook page (Sefora Ntombela), the premier hailed nurses for their continuous dedication and hard work, even though they have to work under trying conditions, especially after the outbreak of the coronavirus.

“I would like to take this moment to wish all our nurses well on this special day, which is International Nurses Day, and to also thank them for their continued loyal service to their country. Being a nurse is a calling and it takes a special type of individual, with compassion and deep love for the people, to do this type of work,” said the premier.

The premier further reiterated that the dedication of nurses since the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic has been nothing short of bravery.

OFM News/Kekeletso Mosebetsi