GEITA: THE government has earmarked approximately 3bn/- to complete stalled development projects, including health infrastructure, in Geita District Council.
Geita Regional Commissioner, Mr Martine Shigela said recently during a tour of the council to assess the progress of development and social service projects.
He said the funds are part of the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contribution from Geita Gold Mining Limited and have been allocated specifically for the completion of unfinished projects.
According to Mr Shigela, all stalled projects will be completed through competent contractors to ensure timely implementation and adherence to quality standards.
“Minor outstanding works should be entrusted to contractors so that dispensaries and health centres can be completed. People seeking healthcare services should not continue to face challenges because projects remain unfinished,” he said.
He noted that the government is committed to ensuring health facilities are equipped with modern technology and medical equipment to enhance disease diagnosis and treatment services.
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“Within Geita DC, we have established two district designated hospitals. One is located in Nzera and the other in Katoro. This means that when citizens experience health problems, they can first seek care at a dispensary, then a health centre and where necessary, be referred to the regional referral hospital,” he said.
Projects set to benefit from the funding include the completion of Nyabulolo Village Dispensary, Imalampaka Village Dispensary and Nyakamwaga Ward Health Centre. Geita District Medical Officer, Dr Modest Burchard said close supervision is being conducted to ensure the successful completion of the health facilities.
Earlier, Imalampaka Village Executive Officer, Mr Martin Matiba said the construction of the village dispensary is expected to cost 123m/-, including a 12m/- contribution from local residents.
Meanwhile, Nyabulolo Village Executive Officer, Mr Charles Bilingi said the construction of the village dispensary began in 2018 at a cost of 136m/- and is now in its final stages.