In the mine’s continued quest to give back to the community they operate, Rössing Uranium this week donated N$1,25 million to the Ministry of Health and Social Services in the Erongo region for infrastructure upgrade and procurement of equipment at Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Usakos district hospitals.
In Swakopmund, the funds will be used to upgrade the construction of a boundary wall around the hospital. This is aimed to improve the safety of property at the hospital which has been compromised over the years. The Usakos District Hospital will finally be getting an Industrial laundry machine. The Hospital is said to be facing desperate times with laundry at that hospital outsourced to private service providers in and out of town.
The Walvis Bay District hospital will be getting standard renovation on its’ psychiatric ward which is currently in ruin state. Renovations at the psychiatric ward at the Walvis Bay District Hospital are necessitated by the need to create a secure environment for the patients housed there. Managing Director Johan Coetzee highlighted that Rössing Uranium made the donation with the belief that improving healthcare infrastructure and supporting healthcare professionals are fundamental to the growth and prosperity of our country.
“The health of our people is the foundation upon which all other progress is built, and it is essential that we work together to ensure that every individual has access to the care they deserve,” said Coetzee. While the donation was made public this week, construction work at the Swakopmund hospital had already commenced and is expected to be complete in weeks to come. In the meantime, laundry equipment for the Usakos hospital is also expected to arrive and installed before end February 2025.
In her acceptance speech, the Erongo Regional Director of Health Dr Anna Jonas applauded Rössing Uranium for the kind gesture towards the ministry that provides services to 240 206 inhabitants of the region. “We want to appreciate the support of Rössing Uranium towards the renovation of our psychiatric ward in Walvis Bay, lifting of the boundary wall of Swakopmund district Hospital as well providing us with new laundry machines for Usakos district hospital,” said Jonas. Referring to the psychiatric hospital renovations, Jonas said; “This means a lot to our community, our patients and our dedicated staff members.
The space where our patients receive care impact their recovery journey and improving their environment will foster healing, dignity and hope as well as safety and security for the staff members and their patients. Investing in the renovation of the mental health ward signifies your commitment toward mental health care and champion the importance of compassionate care.” In a world where safety has become increasingly important, the Regional Director applauded Rössing for creating a sense of tranquillity and comfort for patients and their families. She highlighted that this support contributes to the ministry’s promise to providing comprehensive care both physical, psychological and mental wellbeing.