Stanbic Uganda Holdings Limited (SUHL) has donated vital medical equipment and consumables worth UGX 30 million to the maternity ward of Naguru Hospital, also known as China-Uganda Friendship Hospital.
The donated equipment includes a modern operating table, adjustable delivery beds, examination couches, and mama kits; all aimed at enhancing maternal healthcare services and improving the well-being of mothers and infants.
Stanbic Uganda Holdings Chief Executive, Francis Karuhanga, emphasised the importance of investing in maternal healthcare and commended Naguru hospital staff for their efforts despite facing challenges.
Dr Emmanuel Tugaineyo, Hospital Director, expressed gratitude to Stanbic for their support, stating that the equipment will greatly improve service delivery highlighting the hospital’s growth and increasing demand for services, handling between 800-1000 deliveries monthly.
Dr John Paul Bagala, representing the Ministry of Health, applauded Stanbic’s efforts and encouraged other corporate organizations to follow suit noting a significant reduction in maternal mortality deaths, attributing it to interventions by corporate organizations like Stanbic.
Nakawa East Member of Parliament, Ronald Nsubuga Balimwezo, thanked Stanbic for choosing a medical facility in his area and urged proper care and maintenance of the donated equipment.