Archbishop Wokorach launches Shs650m clinic project at Pader school

14 November 2024, 12:53

By Ekel Bonny Daniel

The Archbishop of Gulu Archdiocese, Rt. Rev. Raphael P’mony Wokorach, broke ground on November 13, 2024, for a new Shs650 million clinic at Archbishop Flynn School in Pader.

The facility, designed to serve the school’s 672 students, 90 staff, and the local community, is a collaborative effort between school director Monsignor Mathew Odong and benefactor Bob Hong, an American engineer and founder of Providence Academy.

“This clinic will be a blessing, not just for the school but for the entire community,” Archbishop Wokorach remarked at the ceremony. “Access to healthcare is essential for both physical and spiritual well-being, and this facility brings us closer to that goal.”

Designed by engineer Okello Fancies and constructed by Wolingstone Engineering under the supervision of ACQ Consortium Limited, the clinic will feature two 8-bed wards, a laboratory, a nurses’ station, a pharmacy, storage areas, washrooms, and an outdoor parking area, with a solar power backup system for uninterrupted service.

The five-month project aims to provide timely, affordable care to students who previously faced the high cost of seeking treatment at private clinics in Pader town.

Monsignor Odong expressed deep gratitude, saying, “Bob Hong and his family have shown immense kindness. Their support is not only financial; it’s a testament to the power of friendships that cross borders.” He urged the community to pray for Hong’s family, adding, “We thank God for bringing friends like Bob into our lives. May the Lord continue to bless him and his family for their generosity.”

The clinic’s anticipated impact is significant, with Monsignor Odong noting, “This structure is not just a building; it represents a commitment to better health services for our students and the broader community.”