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 Posted - 14 Nov 2007 : 18:45:56
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Dutch Philanthropist Donates To BHC
By Modou Jonga
On Tuesday 6 November 2007, a Dutch Philanthropist, Y T Yongman, donated medical items worth over £750 to the Brikama Health Centre in the Western Region. Speaking at the presentation at the Brikama Health Centre, Mr. Masanneh Badjie, Development Officer of the Brikama Area Council, said this donation is the second of its kind to the Health facility by the same Dutch philanthropist. Mr. Badjie expressed delight over the fruitful partnership that existed between the council and the dutch philanthropist which resulted to such donation of medical items. The BAC development officer further noted the council’s resolve in working with the Dutch Philanthropist.
On his part, the Head of the out-patient unit of the health centre, Mr. Kebba Kinteh, described the donation as noble and benevolent and expressed his hope that it continues. Mr. Kinteh assured the donor that the donated items will be put into good use.
Also speaking after handing over of the donated medical item, which includes bandages, sterile amongst other item, the dutch philanthropist noted her delight in donating the Health Centre as a contribution toward the development of the Health sector. Madam Yongman thus noted her willingness and commitment to continue donating to the health centres in the region.
Present at the presentation ceremony were staff of the Brikama Health Centre, staff of the Area Council and the Gambian partners of the dutch philanthropist, Mr. Ebrima Sanneh and Amadi Faal.
Source: Foroyaa Newspaper Burning Issues
Issue No. 134/2007, 14 - 15 November, 2007
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