More than US$2 million was raised for the rehabilitation of Ingutsheni Central Hospital in Bulawayo during a fundraising luncheon led by President Emmerson Mnangagwa at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition and Smart City Centre on Friday, 20 March.
President Mnangagwa contributed US$1 million to the hospital’s rehabilitation, supported requests for farming equipment, and pledged to repair all hospital vehicles in urgent need of attention.
Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube said they sold luncheon seats worth US$600,000, and added that he personally donated US$20,000.
Vice President Kembo Mohadi gave US$100,000, while business figures Kudakwashe Tagwirei, Obey Chimuka, and Paul Tungwarara donated US$350,000, US$150,000, and US$250,000, respectively.
Speaking at the event, VP Mohadi explained the motivation behind spearheading the fundraising drive. He said:
“I observed that the facility operates well beyond its intended capacity. I was deeply appalled by the state of the hospital, considering its importance in society and what is expected of it. The conditions I observed were truly heartbreaking.
“Healthcare workers, though dedicated and resilient, face enormous challenges, lacking the essential resources to deliver the level of care that our people deserve. As for the patients, the environment and facilities are disappointing.”
VP Mohadi said facilities like Ingutsheni Central Hospital are vital for the mental and physical well-being of many Zimbabweans and deserve a collective effort to restore, enhance, and maintain their services.
More: The Herald
Pindula WhatsApp Channel
Facebook Page
Leave a Reply