Two leading financial institutions have pumped K1.2 billion into the construction of an ultra modern hospital for the Zambia National Services (ZANASE) in Lusaka’s Makeni Garrison area
The two institutions, Bayport and Microfin, have said the move is a practical
demonstration of their social responsibility aimed at supplementing government’s
efforts in strengthening the health sector.
Speaking at the laying of the foundation stone for the hospital, Bayport Executive
Director Martha Akapelwa said her organisation is committed to plough back its
profits into communities where it operates because government alone cannot manage to
provide necessary health services.
Ms. Akapelwa said Bayport would continue to be government’s partner in helping to
address the plight of various sections of society.
Speaking at same function, ZANASE Makeni Clinic Medical Officer In-charge Chisoko
Chipampe commended Bayport and Microfin for the gesture.
Captain Chisoko pointed out that the ultra modern hospital once completed would help
de-congest Maina Soko Military hospital.
Captain Chisoko said the hospital would also service the local community which has a
catchment area of over 10,000 people.
