Summary:
- According to the Kisoro hospital medical superintendent, Dr Emmanuel Bahane, the health facility has been receiving patients with infectious diseases from the neighboring countries of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo and therefore, the isolation unit will be used to accommodate such cases.
KISORO: Authorities in Kisoro District have commissioned the construction of a 40-bed capacity isolation unit at Kisoro Hospital in Kisoro Municipality valued at a tune of 4.12 billion shillings.
During the official handover of construction responsibilities to Geses Uganda Limited in Kisoro Municipality yesterday, Engineer George Otim, the Commissioner of Health Infrastructure Development in the Ministry of Health, emphasized the significance of the Isolation Center. He highlighted its role in accommodating infectious diseases not only from the district but also from neighboring countries like Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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According to the Kisoro hospital medical superintendent, Dr Emmanuel Bahane, the health facility has been receiving patients with infectious diseases from the neighboring countries of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo and therefore, the isolation unit will be used to accommodate such cases.
Engineer Peter Nkurunungi, the Director of Geses Uganda Limited, outlined the timeline for the project, estimating a completion period of one year. Despite challenges encountered during the initial phases, such as the arduous lock excavation, he mentioned that they have progressed to 43% completion, attributing this progress to adaptability under the new governmental system.
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Speaking as the Chief Guest, State Minister for Defense and Veteran Affairs, Sarah Nyirabashitsi Mateke, expressed optimism regarding the Isolation Center’s role in bolstering the district’s preparedness for contagious illnesses. She urged stakeholders to diligently monitor and supervise the project to ensure its timely and effective completion.
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