UPDF, MPs Donate State-of-the-Art Dental Equipment to SFC Hospital
By The Public Lens
In a significant boost to healthcare services, Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Members of Parliament have donated advanced dental equipment to the Special Forces Command’s (SFC) Dr. Ronald Bata Memorial Hospital in Entebbe.
The donation, valued at Shs45 million, includes a state-of-the-art dental unit machine that will enhance dental care for troops and civilians.
Brig. Gen. Charity Bainababo, representing the Minister of State for Trade, led the delegation that handed over the equipment. She emphasized the UPDF Parliamentary caucus’s commitment to improving the welfare of troops.
“We are proud to contribute to the well-being of our soldiers and the community,” Brig. Gen. Bainababo said. “This effort demonstrates our caucus’s dedication to supporting health service delivery.”
Hon. Dr. Victoria Nekesa, another UPDF MP, praised the SFC leadership for investing in healthcare infrastructure. “This hospital is a shining example of our commitment to providing quality services,” she noted.
Hon. Dr. Jennifer Alanyo highlighted the equipment’s impact on dental health. “This machine will greatly improve the oral health of our troops and their families,” she said.
According to Capt. Dr. Isaac Tukesiga, the hospital’s director, the donated machine has already made a significant difference. “In just three months, we’ve treated 736 patients, with civilians benefiting the most,” he revealed.
The UPDF MPs pledged to continue lobbying for improved services and maintaining the army’s reputation.
This donation underscores the UPDF’s commitment to enhancing healthcare services and supporting community development.
