Apoi Health Centre III in Apac District has received medical equipment and supplies worth Shs 23 million from Stanbic Bank as part of its October Love Month Corporate Social Investment (CSI) activities.
Sam Bulenzi, Head of Client and Coverage at Stanbic Bank, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to Uganda’s development, saying, “Today, we are proud to contribute to that with a focused, tangible donation for Apac; ‘a blue gift’ that represents our commitment to maternal health and the well-being of Ugandans.”
The donation includes essential medical equipment and consumables designed to strengthen maternal and child healthcare services at the centre. Items provided include three modern delivery beds with accessories, three delivery sets, an examination couch, a digital blood pressure machine, a Secca weighing scale for babies, an examination lamp, a baby warmer, a manual blood pressure machine, and 100 mama kits.
Bulenzi emphasized that the initiative is more than just a donation. “This is a signal of long-term partnership. Our aim is not only to bolster health facilities today but to sustain improvements in maternal and child health for years to come.” He added that Stanbic Bank remains committed to empowering women, youth, and farmers as drivers of Uganda’s socio-economic transformation.
Geofrey Anyach, Apoi Health Centre in-charge, highlighted the urgent need for support in the district, which has 6,029 women of childbearing age, 1,492 unexpected pregnancies, and 1,433 unexpected deliveries.
“Our maternity centre is an old structure that accommodates only one delivery bed. With the community’s high demand, Stanbic Bank’s support has come at the right time, enabling us to better serve mothers.”
Dr. James Daniel Odongo, the District Health Officer, applauded Stanbic Bank’s intervention, stressing its potential to improve maternal and child health outcomes and positively impact local productivity.
“This support will go a long way in improving maternal and child health indicators in the sub-county and surrounding areas. It will reduce maternal and child mortality and enhance the overall productivity of our community,” Dr. Odongo said.
Stanbic Bank’s initiatives in the Lango sub-region include previous support to Lira General Hospital in 2022, Alebtong Health Centre in 2023, and Okere City in 2024. Bulenzi stated, “When we say Lango is our home, we do not merely speak, we act. Our mission goes beyond finance, focusing on people-centered development.”
