Rotary Club of Kampala South hosts wine festival to support hospital

The Rotary Club of Kampala South held a highly successful second edition of its Independence Wine Festival over the weekend at BCF Courts in Muyenga, drawing over 250 Rotarians and high-profile guests for a night of wine, celebration, and charity.

Themed “Toast To Service,” the event aimed to raise funds for the construction of staff accommodation at Kikandwa Health Centre III, located along Kayunga Road in Mukono District.

Revellers at the wine festival, Courtesy photo

The evening was filled with energy as hundreds of revelers gathered to support the noble cause, contributing toward the goal of raising Shs300m for the project. The construction is expected to provide decent living quarters for the medical team, including nurses and doctors.

The event was more than just a fundraiser; it symbolised community-driven action to tackle pressing needs. The Rotary Club of Kampala South, in collaboration with the Rotary Club of Des Moines in Canada and other partners, had already made significant contributions to Kikandwa Health Centre III. Since 2013, Rotary has equipped the facility with advanced medical machinery, including a maternal unit, dental and optical equipment, and software to monitor patients. These contributions have drastically improved the quality of care offered at the center, benefiting not only the people of Kikandwa but also neighbouring communities.

Representing the District 9213 were 6 governors present .(left to right) Past District Governor (PDG) Owek. Waggwa Nsibirwa, PDG. Mwanje, District Governor Anne Nkuru , PDG Mike Kennedy Sebalu, District Governor Elect, Geoffrey M. Kitakule and PDG John Magezi Ndamira

The Rotary Club regularly organizes health camps, mental health talks, and youth empowerment programs at the facility. “The funds raised will kickstart the first phase of construction early next year, marking a new chapter in the ongoing development of Kikandwa Health Centre III,” said Samuel Sewagudde, President of the Rotary Club of Kampala South.

Rotary, known for uniting a global network of volunteer leaders, continues to tackle some of the world’s most pressing humanitarian challenges. In Uganda, District 9213, which consists of 128 Rotary Clubs and 127 Rotaract Clubs, plays a vital role in these efforts, uniting 4,708 Rotarians and 2,517 Rotaractors. Together, they are driving impactful initiatives like this one, showcasing the Rotary spirit of service above self.