700 residents in Monduli benefit free medical tests

Arusha. A total of 700 residents in Sepeko Ward in Monduli district have been provided with free medical tests and treatment by two Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) - Hussain and the Khatmul Ambiya Institute (KAI) based in Arusha.

Speaking to the residents on Wednesday October 18, at Mti Mmoja Village, Monduli District Commissioner, Mr Idd Kimanta, urged the beneficiaries to, in turn, support activities of the two institutions because they aimed at helping the needy people.

Mr Kimanta said the institutions have chosen a good role in ensuring that they support the community which have touched their lives through the compassionate giving and will continue doing so in the future.

"There are many institutions with a lot of money but only few of them are willing to give out to the community. I wish other institutions emulate this example," said Mr Kimanta.

KAI leader, Gulamhussain Mukhtar, said they have been conducting medical camps regularly noting this was a fourth time they were doing so in the district.

He said the camps reduces distance which patients travel in search of health services.

"This area is experiencing a number of challenges including lack of water and healthcare services… which women and children are most affected,” said Mr Mukhtar.

Mr Mujtaba Abbas, the leader of the Who is Hussain organisation, said the need for treatment in the area is immense and health education is needed to be given to the community.

District Medical Officer, Mr Titus Mmasi, said many people in the district are forced to travel long distances in search of health services.

Mr Mayasek Mostet, a village chairperson, speaking on behalf of his fellow villagers, appreciated the support by the two institutions and asked them to continue with the efforts.

The institutions brought 15 health personnel from various institutions in Arusha and outside the Region to attend to the villagers.