Andrew Mubangizi, in-charge of Maziba Sub-District Hospital (in a white overall), guides MTN Uganda staff led by Andrew Tusubira, alongside Kabale District leaders, during a tour of the facility on April 8
By Our Reporter
KABALE District, Uganda | April 8, 2026 – MTN Uganda has donated medical equipment and infrastructure valued at Shs 20 million to Kyobugombe Health Center II in Kabale District, enhancing maternal healthcare and emergency services for more than 8,700 residents. The support, provided through the MTN Foundation under its Changemakers Initiative, includes delivery and maternity beds as well as a solar power system to improve service delivery at the facility.
Kyobugombe Health Center II is among the beneficiaries of the programme’s third phase in Western Uganda, as MTN Uganda continues to scale up its community-focused investments across the country. Andrew Tusubira, Commercial Head for the Western Region at MTN Uganda, emphasized the link between connectivity and health, stating, “Connectivity is important, but it is most meaningful when people are healthy, empowered, and able to participate fully in their communities and in the economy. The benefits of a modern, connected life must go hand in hand with access to quality healthcare.”
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Andrew Mubangizi, in-charge of Maziba Sub-District Hospital (in a white overall), guides MTN Uganda staff led by Andrew Tusubira, alongside Kabale District leaders, during a tour of the facility on April 8
By Our Reporter
KABALE District, Uganda | April 8, 2026 – MTN Uganda has donated medical equipment and infrastructure valued at Shs 20 million to Kyobugombe Health Center II in Kabale District, enhancing maternal healthcare and emergency services for more than 8,700 residents. The support, provided through the MTN Foundation under its Changemakers Initiative, includes delivery and maternity beds as well as a solar power system to improve service delivery at the facility.
Kyobugombe Health Center II is among the beneficiaries of the programme’s third phase in Western Uganda, as MTN Uganda continues to scale up its community-focused investments across the country. Andrew Tusubira, Commercial Head for the Western Region at MTN Uganda, emphasized the link between connectivity and health, stating, “Connectivity is important, but it is most meaningful when people are healthy, empowered, and able to participate fully in their communities and in the economy. The benefits of a modern, connected life must go hand in hand with access to quality healthcare.”
The Resident District Commissioner for Kabale, Michael Kyakashari, welcomed the intervention, noting that it would significantly improve service delivery at the facility, particularly in maternal health and emergency response. “This support comes at a critical time for our community. It will strengthen the capacity of Kyobugombe Health Center II to provide safer deliveries and respond more effectively to emergencies,” he said, adding that private sector partnerships remain crucial for improving health outcomes in the district.
Launched three years ago, the Changemakers Initiative identifies and supports community-driven solutions across sectors including health, education, economic empowerment, environment, and water and sanitation. To date, the programme has funded over 50 projects, invested more than Shs 1 billion, and reached over 235,000 beneficiaries. MTN Uganda is committing an additional Shs 500 million in the current phase to support 25 projects across all regions, ensuring inclusive and geographically balanced impact. Some of the beneficiaries include the Migeera Women Centre of Influence in Nakasongola District and the Nyenje Voice Savings Association in Mukono District, which received support to enhance vocational training and income-generating activities.
Tusubira said MTN Uganda’s approach focuses on strengthening existing community efforts rather than introducing external solutions. “We are supporting people and institutions that are already making a difference. When you strengthen what communities are already doing, the impact is deeper and more sustainable,” he explained, noting that collaboration with local organisations such as KAD Initiatives is vital to implementing the programme effectively.
Dr. Gilbert Mateka, the District Health Officer for Kabale, highlighted the benefits of the new equipment, stating that it would improve maternal care, ensure continuity of services through reliable power supply, and enhance emergency response through better referral systems. MTN Uganda affirmed its commitment to expanding the Changemakers Initiative nationwide, positioning community-led development as a central pillar of its broader social investment strategy.
