Dar es Salaam, August 1, 2024: Yanga SC (Sports Club), in collaboration with the Aga Khan Hospital in Dar es Salaam and the National Blood Transfusion Service – Tanzania, organized a blood donation drive to celebrate “Mwananchi Week.” This week is dedicated to members of the Young African Sports Club across the country. The event took place simultaneously at Jangwani Grounds, Mbagala, and Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam.
The blood donation drive was a resounding success, with over 300 bags of blood collected from generous donors. This significant contribution will greatly aid hospitals and medical facilities in providing essential blood transfusions to patients in need. The event saw enthusiastic participation from a diverse group of individuals, including members of Yanga SC, local residents, and healthcare professionals. The success of this drive highlights the community’s spirit and willingness to support life-saving initiatives. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the donors for their selfless contributions and encourage everyone to continue supporting blood donation efforts. Your donation can make a crucial difference in someone’s life.
About Aga Khan Health Services:
Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of three agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) that supports activities in health care, together with the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) and the Aga Khan University (AKU). Working to address today’s most significant health challenges in low- and middle-income countries, the three agencies of the AKDN provide high-quality, equitable healthcare to over eight million people annually and work closely on planning, training, and resource development. Operating under the Aga Khan Development Network, Aga Khan Health Service in Tanzania has experienced substantial growth over nine decades, serving as a compelling testament to our dedication to healthcare and development within the nation. AKHS facilities are renowned for their adherence to ethical standards, innovative approaches, and the delivery of top-notch, safe and evidence-based healthcare services. Our hub and spokes model, with one hospital here in Dar es Salaam, a medical centre in Mwanza and outreach centres across 14 regions of the country, has enabled our institutions to increase access to affordable quality health services, as well as to work closely with the government and other partners across the health spectrum.
Media contact:
Davies W. Nyari
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