NEWS- Bank of Uganda (BoU) has announced the handover of a new maternity block, kitchen and washroom facilities, solar power system, water harvesting system and donation of essential medical equipment worth over UGX500,000,000 to Rwoburunga Health Centre III in Mitooma district
This move will significantly boost maternal and child health services in the district and is part of BoU’s ongoing commitment to improving healthcare access and outcomes for mothers and their children in underserved areas
The donation includes state-of-the-art medical devices such as fetal monitors, baby incubators, delivery beds, and neonatal resuscitation equipment.
These tools are crucial in providing timely and effective care during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postnatal period.
“The Bank of Uganda’s support enables the Health Centre to deliver high-quality maternal and neonatal care right here, sparing expectant mothers the need to travel for essential services, said Michael Atingi-Ego, Deputy Governor of Bank of Uganda.
Atingi-Ego added that through these contributions the Bank of Uganda is investing in the health, stability, and resilience of this community for years to come.
Rwoburunga Health Centre III serves a population that often faces barriers to healthcare, including distance from urban centers and limited resources.
With this donation, the center will be better equipped to handle emergencies, conduct routine check-ups, and provide comprehensive maternal and child health services.
Bank of Uganda under its Corporate Social Responsibility has supported maternal & child healthcare for a healthy society by donating medical equipment and infrastructure development to nine health centres in Mbarara, Mbale, Arua, Gulu, Kabarole, Masaka, Jinja, Rubanda, Kabale, Hoima, Katakwi and Lira.
