Bongani Ndlovu
Zimpapers Reporter
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa on Friday availed US$1 million to Ingutsheni Central Hospital as part of Government efforts to raise US$5 million to modernise the Bulawayo-based mental health facility.
Speaking at a fundraising luncheon held at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre in Bulawayo, the President, who was the guest of honour, said the contributions would take effect immediately.
“I am availing US$1 million for use by the hospital and I am also going to avail farm implements requested, with immediate effect. I understand there are vehicles which require to be repaired, let them be repaired at the expense of the President’s Office,” he said.
The event, organised by the Office of the Vice President and the Ministry of Health and Child Care, was attended by corporate leaders, development partners and well-wishers.
President Mnangagwa began the programme with a tour of the hospital, inspecting facilities and meeting staff and patients.
He described Ingutsheni as “a place of hope and healing for many Zimbabweans who require specialised mental health services”, noting the institution’s over-century-long history of service despite challenges during the colonial era.
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