Mozambique: Koica Disburses 7.7 Dollars for Hospital in Katembe
[AIM] Maputo -- The South Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has disbursed 7.7 million US dollars for the construction of a district hospital in KaTembe, Maputo city.
The South Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has provided 7.7 million US dollars to build a district hospital in Katembe, a suburb of Maputo city. Health Minister Ussene Isse and Korean Ambassador Bok-Won Kang signed a memorandum of understanding to facilitate this disbursement. The hospital, slated for completion within five years, will feature a maternity ward, a general surgery block, and an inpatient ward.
It aims to improve healthcare accessibility and bring services closer to the people, particularly pregnant women who will no longer need to cross a bridge or take a boat to reach the facility. The minister emphasized the government's commitment to better health for all and pledged to leave no one behind. South Korea's Ambassador highlighted the project's potential to save lives and contribute to the balanced development of Maputo city.
Additionally, during the event, Ambassador Kang presented five ambulances to Mozambican authorities to enhance the response to medical emergencies.
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