The Minister of Health, Honorable Jenista Mhagama, has called on all hospitals across Tanzania to adopt a strong culture of safeguarding and maintaining existing health infrastructure.
She emphasized the importance of this responsibility given the significant investments made by President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan in improving health facilities and medical equipment nationwide.
Minister Mhagama made these remarks on June 15, 2025, during an official visit to the Simiyu Regional Referral Hospital.
The visit aimed to assess the quality of healthcare services, meet with patients admitted in the maternity and child ward, inspect ongoing construction projects, and engage with hospital staff.
“President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has revolutionized healthcare delivery in Tanzania by making medical services more accessible and efficient. Modern equipment and improved infrastructure have greatly eased the work of healthcare providers, which is a clear reflection of a responsive government,” said Minister Mhagama.
She further disclosed that the government has allocated TZS 29 billion towards health services, with over TZS 19.8 billion invested specifically in the Simiyu Regional Referral Hospital. The minister urged that the existing infrastructure be zealously protected and maintained.
“I also call upon all healthcare workers to uphold the highest ethical standards in service delivery. Those who violate their professional oath and engage in misconduct must be held accountable. We must provide services with integrity, compassion, and confidentiality,” she stressed.
Moreover, Minister Mhagama directed the hospital’s Information and Communication Technology (ICT) department to ensure effective management of all hospital operations and to address any shortcomings without delay.
On another important note, the minister acknowledged the ongoing malnutrition challenges in the Simiyu region.
She urged the hospital to collaborate with regional authorities to implement proactive educational programs for mothers, emphasizing prevention rather than waiting until children fall ill. This initiative aims to reduce child mortality rates across the country.