Ruparelia Foundation Donates Lifesaving Equipment to Katwe Kabatoro Health Centre

The Katwe Kabatoro Community Grade III Health Centre in Kasese District has received a timely boost after the Ruparelia Foundation, led by businessman and philanthropist Dr. Sudhir Ruparelia, donated essential medical equipment to improve service delivery. The contribution comes at a critical moment for the facility, which serves a large and growing population but has long struggled with limited resources.

With the new equipment, health workers say they will be able to provide quicker diagnoses, broaden the range of treatment services, and handle patients with greater efficiency. They believe the support will ease the pressure they face daily, reduce delays in care, and improve health outcomes for residents. “This donation will go a long way in enhancing our capacity to serve the community. Patients will no longer have to wait long hours or travel far for basic medical assessments,” one of the centre’s staff members observed.

For years, the Ruparelia Foundation has placed community health at the centre of its charitable programmes. Dr. Ruparelia has consistently extended support to hospitals and health centres across Uganda, underscoring his belief that quality healthcare should not be a privilege but a right accessible to all. His contributions have ranged from building infrastructure to supplying critical medical equipment, reflecting a broad commitment to social development.

Speaking at the handover, a representative of the health centre described the gesture as a lifeline. “Dr. Sudhir has dedicated his life to raising living standards for Ugandans. His impact goes beyond business, and this donation will greatly strengthen our ability to serve,” the official said. The words highlighted the gratitude of a community that has long relied on underfunded health facilities to meet basic needs.

By focusing on rural and semi-urban health centres such as Katwe Kabatoro, the Foundation is helping to bridge the persistent gap between urban and remote healthcare services. The intervention illustrates how partnerships between the private sector and government can create meaningful impact for communities often left behind in the national health system.

Officials from the Ministry of Health welcomed the donation and urged other organisations to emulate the example. They noted that strengthening the health sector requires shared responsibility. “Every contribution plays a crucial role in building a healthier, more resilient nation,” a ministry official said.

For the people of Katwe Kabatoro, the new equipment represents more than just machines and tools. It is a sign that their needs are not forgotten and that with collaboration, access to quality healthcare can become a reality for every Ugandan, regardless of where they live.