Profile
Ms. Dudu Mdluli is a distinguished public health leader and the Deputy Director General for Clinical Services in the Mpumalanga Department of Health. A graduate of the Medunsa School of Public Health, she has devoted her career to strengthening health service delivery in the public sector. Ms. Mdluli served as Acting Head of the Department of Health for three years, leading the province through critical health challenges including the provincial COVID-19 inoculation programme. Her extensive experience, clinical expertise, and deep understanding of public health systems make her one of Mpumalanga's most trusted voices in healthcare leadership.
Passionate about delivering excellent health services to citizens, Ms. Mdluli oversees Clinical Services — the operational heart of the Department of Health. She dedicates herself to addressing health-related challenges, improving service delivery at facility level, and ensuring that vulnerable communities receive the care they deserve. Her leadership is characterized by compassion, technical rigor, and an unwavering commitment to health equity.
Value to the Foundation
Ms. Mdluli ensures that the Foundation's health interventions are strategically aligned with provincial health priorities and national health policies. Her expertise guarantees that our programmes complement — rather than duplicate — government health services. She provides technical guidance on community health education, facility improvement initiatives, and queue management solutions, ensuring interventions are evidence-based and sustainable. Her endorsement opens doors to partnerships with district health offices, clinics, and community health workers.
