DODOMA : BENJAMIN Mkapa Hospital’s (BMH) Royal, International Patients and Master Health Check-up Clinic has treated more than 28,000 patients, including over 200 international clients, within its first year of operation, strengthening Tanzania’s position as an emerging destination for specialised healthcare and medical tourism.
The high-end clinic, which officially marks its first anniversary today, was established to provide fast, private and comprehensive specialist healthcare services for VIPs, international patients and individuals seeking preventive health screening.
Speaking during the anniversary celebrations , BMH Executive Director, Prof Abel Makubi, said the clinic has transformed the delivery of specialised healthcare by enabling patients to receive multiple services under one roof within a short period.
“This is the first clinic of its kind to offer comprehensive specialist consultations, diagnostic investigations and treatment within a very short time while ensuring privacy and convenience for patients,” Prof Makubi said.
He said patients are attended to by specialist doctors within 15 minutes of arrival, with laboratory investigations, diagnostic imaging, pharmacy and payment services all available at the same facility to minimise waiting time.
“Our local and international clients receive world-class specialist services in a comfortable environment. The objective is to eliminate unnecessary delays while ensuring patients receive quality healthcare in the shortest possible time,” he said.
Prof Makubi said the clinic forms part of the hospital’s broader strategy to support the government’s drive to position Tanzania as a regional hub for specialised healthcare and medical tourism.
The Royal, International Patients and Master Health Check-up Clinic was officially launched on July 10, 2025 by the late Minister for Health, Jenista Mhagama.
Head of the clinic, Dr Saguda Nilla, said demand for the services has continued to grow, with more than 28,000 clients receiving treatment during the first year of operation.
She said over 200 of the patients travelled from outside Tanzania for specialised healthcare, while more than 300 people underwent comprehensive health screening despite not having any symptoms of illness.
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“The increasing number of both local and international clients demonstrates growing confidence in the quality of specialised healthcare available at Benjamin Mkapa Hospital,” Dr Nilla said.
Some clients praised the clinic for its efficiency and quality of care.
Ms Sara Lenday from Iringa said she travelled with her mother for specialist cardiac treatment and managed to return home the same day because of the speed of service.
“The services were fast and well coordinated. We travelled from Iringa, received treatment and returned home on the same day,” she said.
Another client, Mr Deogratias Haule, said he visits the clinic every year for a comprehensive medical check-up despite feeling healthy.
“I encourage Tanzanians to develop the habit of undergoing annual health screening because early detection is the best way to prevent non-communicable diseases,” he said.
