GOVERNMENT of Japan has signed a grant contract with Development Aid from People to People in Zambia (DAPP) valued at US$49,777 to support the installation of a solar power system at the Railway Surgery Health Centre in Kabwe District, Central Province.
Ministry of Health Permanent Secretary Administration, George Sinyangwe said the grant is part of Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects, aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of communities in Zambia.
Speaking at the contract signing ceremony, Dr Sinyangwe expressed gratitude to the government of Japan for the generous support, which will significantly enhance the health centre’s capacity to detect and treat lead poisoning cases.
The Japanese Ambassador to Zambia, Mikami Akiteru, has emphasised the importance of access to healthcare in human development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“What may appear to be a simple installation of a solar power system will, in reality, have a profound impact on children’s health, their educational attainment, and ultimately, the future of this country,\u201d he said. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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