The Katwe Kabatoro Community Grade III Health Centre has received a major donation of vital medical equipment from the Ruparelia Foundation under the leadership of philanthropist Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia. The gesture marks an important step in improving community healthcare and shows the growing role of the private sector in supporting Uganda’s health system.
The donation comes at a time when the health centre, which serves a large and often vulnerable population, has been struggling with limited resources. The new equipment is expected to strengthen the facility’s ability to diagnose illnesses, offer treatment, and run more efficiently.
Health experts say the intervention will have a direct impact on patients. It will shorten waiting times, improve the accuracy of medical assessments, and save lives by making sure patients get help quickly and effectively.
Dr. Ruparelia and the Ruparelia Foundation are widely recognised for their commitment to corporate social responsibility. Supporting health facilities has always been one of their top priorities. This latest contribution is part of a long-term effort to address gaps in Uganda’s healthcare system and to give communities the tools they need to thrive.
The Foundation’s approach ensures that quality healthcare is not only available in cities but also reaches rural and remote areas like Katwe Kabatoro. By focusing on local health centres, the Foundation helps ensure that ordinary Ugandans have access to essential services regardless of where they live.
Leaders at the health centre expressed deep appreciation for the support. They noted that the equipment will ease many of the challenges faced by medical staff and allow them to offer better services to patients who depend on the facility.
Observers have described the donation as a strong example of how partnerships between private organisations and public health institutions can produce real results for communities. They say such acts demonstrate the importance of collaboration in meeting the country’s healthcare needs.
The Ministry of Health continues to call for collective action in the sector, encouraging more organisations and individuals to take part in similar initiatives. Public contributions, however small, are seen as vital in building a stronger and more resilient healthcare system for the country.
Through efforts like this, every donation, whether from a foundation or an individual, plays a part in shaping a healthier future for Uganda.
