China Donates Medical Equipment Worth Rwf30 Million to Masaka Hospital

The equipment, handed over April 10, 2026, includes a modern hospital bed, surgical lights and other supplies intended to improve operating room capacity.

Dr. Oreste Tuganeyezu, director general for general health services at the Ministry of Health, said the donation reflects ongoing cooperation between Rwanda and China in the health sector.

“This support builds on existing partnerships, including assistance in constructing CHUK and the deployment of medical doctors,” he said, noting that about 18 Chinese doctors are currently working in Rwanda, some at Masaka Hospital and others at Kibungo Hospital.

Tuganeyezu said the new equipment will help strengthen surgical services and improve the quality of care delivered to patients.

Masaka Hospital Director Dr. Hanyurwimfura Jean Damascene said the donation highlights 14 years of collaboration with China, including annual medical team deployments.

“The equipment we received today complements what we already have and will help us provide better services to the community while supporting both Rwandan and Chinese doctors,” he said.
Chinese Ambassador to Rwanda Gao Wenqi said the donation underscores the longstanding relationship between the two countries.

“This is part of our continued contribution to strengthening health services and improving people’s well-being,” he said.

Rwanda and China have maintained diplomatic relations for about 40 years. China sends medical teams to Rwanda annually, with the current group marking the 26th team, which has collectively treated more than 5,000 patients.