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MTN Uganda extends maternal health campaign to western region
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Uganda /Health & Science

MTN Uganda extends maternal health campaign to western region

From The Independent Uganda · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • MTN Uganda has expanded its maternal and newborn healthcare campaign to western Uganda.
  • The initiative focuses on strengthening services at primary-care health centers in Bunyangabu District.
  • The program involves employee volunteerism to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

MTN Uganda has intensified its commitment to maternal and newborn healthcare by extending its annual employee volunteer program to western Uganda. The initiative recently focused on Kibiito Health Centre IV in Bunyangabu District, aiming to bolster primary-care services.

This two-day intervention, held on August 6 and 7, saw MTN employees dedicate their time and skills to support the health center. The program's objective is to enhance the quality of care available at the local level, addressing critical needs in maternal and child health.

By engaging its workforce in volunteer activities, MTN Uganda seeks to make a tangible difference in the communities it serves. The campaign highlights the company's dedication to corporate social responsibility and its role in supporting public health initiatives, particularly in underserved regions. The focus on primary healthcare aims to create a sustainable impact on the well-being of mothers and newborns in western Uganda.

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Originally published by The Independent Uganda in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.