Fatshimetrie recently reported on the rehabilitation of the Bukavu general referral hospital by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). This initiative comes at a crucial time, as the fighting in North Kivu is significantly impacting health structures in the region.
The context of violence in North Kivu forced the ICRC to intervene and improve the reception capacity of the Bukavu hospital to care for war-wounded patients from North and South Kivu. The rehabilitation work was extensive, affecting various aspects such as roofs, electrical circuits, the drinking water network and sanitation facilities.
Mamadou Hady Sow, head of the ICRC’s water and habitat department in South Kivu, stressed the importance of this work in responding to the humanitarian emergency and enabling better care for victims of armed conflict. The critical situation in the region required a rapid and effective response, and the rehabilitation of Bukavu hospital is part of this dynamic.
Dr. Ghislain Maheshe, medical director of the Bukavu general referral hospital, expressed his gratitude for this initiative, which has increased the hospital’s capacity and relieved pressure on other health facilities, such as the Goma hospital.
Since the intensification of fighting in North Kivu, the number of wounded admitted to Bukavu hospital has increased considerably, putting a strain on available resources. This rehabilitation is therefore timely to ensure optimal care conditions for victims of armed conflict.
In conclusion, the rehabilitation of the Bukavu general referral hospital by the ICRC is a concrete example of the organization’s humanitarian commitment to populations affected by armed conflict in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This action demonstrates the need for a rapid and effective humanitarian response to alleviate the suffering of victims and ensure access to quality care in crisis contexts.