Obongi District, Uganda – Residents of Obongi District are set to benefit from improved healthcare access following the delivery of essential medicines and medical supplies valued at over 84 million Ugandan shillings to Obongi Health Center IV. The consignment, covering the fourth delivery cycle for January and February 2026, was officially handed over on Monday by Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Samuel Mpimbaza Hashaka.
The handover ceremony, held at the district headquarters, saw the RDC transfer the critical supplies to Bernard Mawa, Assistant Inventory Officer for Obongi District, and Drich Zachari, Assistant Inventory Officer at Obongi Health Center IV, who will oversee proper storage and distribution.
The delivered medical supplies include antimalarial drugs, anti-tuberculosis (TB) medication, antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) for HIV/AIDS patients, painkillers, laboratory reagents, and other key diagnostic materials essential for routine medical services.
In his address,the Obongi Resident District Commissioner ( RDC) Hashaka announced a milestone achievement for the district’s health sector: “I am delighted to inform all the Obongians that all health centers in the district now have adequate supplies of essential medicines. No one should suffer or lose a loved one due to unavailability of drugs.”
He commended the Government of Uganda for its consistent support in ensuring medical supplies reach even the most remote regions, attributing this achievement to the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party’s manifesto commitments to universal healthcare access.
The RDC urged residents to take full advantage of free medical services offered at government health facilities. “Medical check-ups are free. Please go to the health centers for professional diagnosis and treatment. Avoid self-medication, which can lead to complications or even death,” he emphasized.
Furthermore, RDC Hashaka Mpimbaza has issued a strong caution against reliance on traditional healers, particularly those operating in shrines. “Some traditional healers are take your money and offer false hope. They cannot provide the scientifically proven treatments that our health centers can. Trust medicine, not superstition,” he warned.
Health officials at Obongi Health Center IV welcomed the delivery, noting that consistent supply of medicines is key to reducing patient referrals and improving treatment outcomes. They reiterated that proper inventory management systems are in place to ensure equitable distribution and prevent stockouts.
The arrival of these medicines is expected to significantly boost healthcare delivery in the district, especially in the fight against prevalent diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, and tuberculosis.
With government support and public cooperation, Obongi District is taking decisive steps toward achieving better health outcomes for all its residents.
