By: Kanto
Kai Okanta
MTN Uganda has intensified
efforts to improve access to healthcare in Maddu, Gomba District, through
activities focused on maternal and child health, digital healthcare and support
for local health facilities under its Y’ello Care initiative.
The two-day community
engagement was held under this year’s Y’ello Care theme, “Expand Equitable
Health for Every Community,” bringing together healthcare professionals,
community leaders, partner organisations and MTN employee volunteers to address
healthcare needs in the area.
The initiative focused on
improving access to healthcare services, promoting digital health solutions and
strengthening the capacity of local healthcare providers. MTN Uganda also
supported health facilities with essential medical equipment and facilitated
the delivery of healthcare services to community members.
MTN Uganda Managing Director
for MoMo, Phrase Lubega, said sustainable progress requires collective action
from organisations, communities and other stakeholders.
“Progress is not built by
one person or corporation, progress happens when we have a shared
responsibility,” Lubega said.
The activities were
implemented in collaboration with Mengo Hospital, CoRSU Rehabilitation
Hospital, Zuri Health and clinicPesa, among other partners.
The partnerships brought
together medical expertise, digital health solutions and community engagement
to support healthcare delivery, particularly for mothers, children and
families.
MTN Uganda said the
initiative also highlighted the role of employee volunteerism and collaboration
with community leaders and healthcare workers in addressing local development
needs.
