Keep A Child Alive delegation visits Tanzania ahead of neonatal facility launch in Mwanza

DAR ES SALAAM: A DELEGATION from Keep A Child Alive, a foundation established by internationally renowned artist Alicia Keys, has arrived in Tanzania t ahead of the official launch of a modern neonatal care facility at Kwimba District Hospital in Mwanza Region.

Upon arrival, the delegation paid a courtesy visit to Amana Hospital, where they visited patients—particularly premature babies—offered words of encouragement, and distributed gifts. The team also toured the hospital’s neonatal unit to observe service delivery and engaged with hospital management on areas requiring further improvement.

Speaking during the visit, the head of the delegation, Antonio Ruiz-Gimenez, said his personal experience of having a premature child inspired his commitment to supporting neonatal care, especially in developing countries such as Tanzania.

He noted that the foundation would continue working closely with the Government and other stakeholders to strengthen healthcare services for premature infants.

Representatives from Doris Mollel Foundation (DMF) said the collaboration reflects the foundation’s long-term commitment to improving maternal and child healthcare services in the country.

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The state-of-the-art neonatal care building at Kwimba District Hospital was constructed with funding from the Doris Mollel Foundation under the leadership of its Chief Executive Officer, Doris Mollel.

The facility, built to international standards, is scheduled to be officially inaugurated today, February 28, 2026, and is expected to significantly enhance the quality of healthcare services for premature babies in the area and the wider Mwanza Region.