Yas pledges continued support for Zanzibar health camps
ZANZIBAR: Yas Tanzania has pledged continued support for health camps organised by the Zanzibar Maisha Bora Foundation (ZMBF), helping more residents access specialist medical services.
The commitment was made during the opening of the Afya Bora, Maisha Bora medical camp in Kinduni, North B District, Unguja. The camp was organised by the foundation in collaboration with Zanzibar’s Ministry of Health, with support from Yas Tanzania. More than 30,400 people have benefited from the foundation’s health camps since the initiative began.
At the Kinduni camp, residents of North Unguja can access breast and cervical cancer screening, eye and dental care, and consultations with ear, nose and throat specialists. Blood donation services are also available.
Speaking at the opening, Zanzibar’s Minister of Health, Nassor Ahmed Mazrui, said taking specialist services closer to communities saves families the cost of travelling long distances to seek treatment.
He added that the camps provide residents with an opportunity to undergo health checks, receive medical advice and identify potential health conditions early.
Mr Mazrui said the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar was continuing to improve health facilities, medical equipment and the working conditions of health workers.
The ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Mngereza Mzee Miraji, said the government had invested in 10 district hospitals during President Hussein Ali Mwinyi’s first term.
ZMBF Chief Executive Officer Rehema Tukai said Afya Bora, Maisha Bora was an ongoing campaign, urging residents to visit the camps for screening and treatment.
Yas Zanzibar Head Waqid Mohamed Waqid said the company was pleased to support community healthcare as part of its commitment beyond telecommunications services.
“We will continue working with the Zanzibar Maisha Bora Foundation so that more people can see specialist doctors and get the care they need,” he said.
North Unguja Regional Commissioner Galos Casian Nyimbo urged residents across the region to take advantage of the camp by coming forward for screening and seeking advice from the specialists.
