By Francis Masereka,
Stanbic Bank has donated an assortment of medical equipment worth 44.8 million shillings to Rukoki General Hospital in Kasese District, aimed at improving maternal and child health care services.
The donation, which include 10 hospital beds, 2 sphygmomanometer machines, four oxygen concentrators, 10 Mattresses and 200 mama kits among other items, was handed over yesterday afternoon to the Hospital Administration under the campaign “With Love from Stanbic”. Through the banks cooperate social responsibility.
The funds used to procure the donated items are part of the 300 million shillings that Stanbic Bank allocated to support at least nine health facilities across the country.
Speaking at the handover held at Rukoki General Hospital, Mr. Bernard Ogwal, the Regional Bank Manager, emphasized the bank’s commitment to promoting safe deliveries among mothers, with the goal of reducing infant mortality rates. Mr. Bernard speaking….
Mr. Mores Bakwanasonga, the Kasese Branch Manager, explained that Rukoki General Hospital was selected for the donation because it is still in its early stages of development and lacks essential equipment, yet it serves a large population. Mr. Moris speaking…..
Kasese District Chief Administrative Officer, Mr. Paul Walakira, expressed his gratitude, noting that the support was timely. He said the facility receives between 400 and 468 mothers seeking delivery services every month.
Kasese District Health Officer, Dr. Amon Bwambale, appealed for continued support, citing the limited infrastructure at the hospital, which struggles to accommodate the growing number of patients. Rukoki General Hospital’s Medical Superintendent, Dr. Edward Wafula, welcomed the support and pledged to ensure the donated equipment is used effectively. Dr. Amon and Dr.Wafula speaking…
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