In a significant move to improve healthcare services across the country, the Archbishop of the Church of Uganda, The Most Rev Dr. Stephen Samuel Kaziimba Mugalu has today morning flagged off the distribution of medical supplies to all 256 health facilities founded by the Church of Uganda.

 The medical supplies which were donated by Barnabas Fund UK will be distributed in 16 Hospitals, 7 Health Centre IVs, 119 Health Centres III and 114 Health Centre IIs to support healthcare professionals in their efforts to provide quality care to the communities they serve.

They include; 7,873 Reusable Gowns, 11,900 Scrub Suit Pants 15,675, Scrub Suit Tops, 240,000 Surgical Masks,  720,000  Disposable Aprons 28,800 Eyelock Goggles and 21,600  Face Shields.

Archbishop Kaziimba commended Barnabas Fund for its commitment to supporting healthcare initiatives in Uganda, referring to their donation as a testament to the power of collaboration and compassion.

He emphasized the need for responsible and appropriate usage of medical supplies, ensuring they reach the intended beneficiaries and are utilized effectively. He urged healthcare professionals and administrators within the Church of Uganda's health facilities to maintain transparency and accountability throughout the distribution process. 

Archbishop Kaziimba commended the Ministry of Health for supporting the Church with clearance of the items and National Medical Stores for offering storage for the items on arrival in Uganda. 

Church of Uganda’s Programs Officer for Health, Stephen Angala Ochieng said that the medical supplies were applied for during the COVID-19 pandemic but they were delayed to arrive because of logistical challenges. 

Kazimba reaffirmed the Church of Uganda’s commitment to further enhancing healthcare infrastructure and services and improving access to quality healthcare for all.