The Chad Health District Support Programme (PADS) has delivered a significant consignment of medical equipment to the Amdjamena Bilala district hospital in the Fitri department, aimed at bolstering the facility’s technical capacity and improving healthcare delivery for the local population.
The handover, which took place on July 25, 2025, was attended by hospital officials alongside PADS representatives, including technical advisor Daniel Hanam and programme manager Mr. Aubin.
The donation included an ultrasound machine, a binocular microscope, a surgical suction device, cesarean and hernia operation kits, childbirth boxes, an electrocautery device, and other essential tools critical to the hospital’s operations.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Hanam underscored PADS’s commitment to strengthening Chad’s health system by ensuring equitable access to quality care across all regions.
“This initiative reflects our dedication to supporting local health facilities so they can meet the growing needs of the communities they serve,” he said.
Dr. Apollinaire, chief medical officer of the Amdjamena Bilala health district, expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support, noting that the equipment would significantly enhance the hospital’s ability to provide timely and effective medical services.
“This contribution directly addresses urgent gaps in our technical resources and will improve patient care, particularly for women and emergency cases,” he stated.
The donation forms part of PADS’s broader strategy to reinforce healthcare infrastructure throughout Chad, particularly in underserved and rural areas where access to medical equipment and skilled care remains limited.
By equipping facilities such as the Amdjamena Bilala district hospital, PADS seeks to elevate service delivery standards, reduce preventable complications, and promote community health resilience.
The initiative is expected to have an immediate impact on the hospital’s capacity to manage critical procedures, from obstetric emergencies to routine diagnostics, offering renewed hope for thousands of residents in the Fitri department.
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