Faridah Kibowa’s Generous Donation Brings Relief and Hope to Expectant Mothers in Kangulumira

By Denis Mukisa

KANGULUMIRA, KAYUNGA: Hajjat Faridah Kibowa, National Chairperson of the Uganda Women’s Council, combined advocacy with compassion as she delivered much-needed support to expectant mothers during International Women’s Day celebrations at Kawoomya Health Centre III.

Kibowa urged mothers to embrace family planning and responsible parenting while addressing immediate needs through a heartfelt donation of maternity materials. She handed over mama kits, soap, and other essential items to dozens of pregnant women, many of whom struggle to afford basic supplies that can cost up to 50,000 Ugandan shillings.

Beneficiaries expressed deep gratitude. Jovia Kasuubo and Namakula Jennifer, both expectant mothers, said the donations came as a huge relief, as they lacked the financial means to purchase the items needed for safe and hygienic deliveries.

“These gifts mean a lot to us,” one beneficiary shared. “Many of us cannot afford these essentials, yet they are so important for the health of our babies and ourselves.”Kibowa’s philanthropic gesture went hand in hand with a strong appeal for better health practices. She encouraged Ugandan mothers to avoid closely spaced births, which can harm both mother and child, and urged couples to adopt government-approved family planning methods. Her message highlighted how responsible planning leads to healthier families and stronger communities.

The donations directly support efforts to improve maternal and child health in rural Uganda, where challenges remain significant. The health centre attends to about 245 expectant mothers every month, 30 of whom are teenagers. Short birth intervals and unplanned pregnancies continue to contribute to complications such as low birth weight and increased health risks for mothers.

Hajjat Kibowa handing over the donations. Photo/Denis Mukisa

Kibowa also advised pregnant women to shun traditional birth attendants and deliver at health facilities under the care of trained professionals. Her donation of mama kits is expected to encourage more women to seek professional antenatal and delivery services.

Speaking at the event, Assistant Resident District Commissioner Kalidi Bikongoolo reinforced the call for collective responsibility, while health workers emphasized the need for greater community sensitization on family planning and girls’ education.

Through her dual role as advocate and philanthropist, Kibowa demonstrated how targeted giving can provide immediate relief while promoting long-term solutions. Her support for vulnerable expectant mothers in Kangulumira reflects a growing spirit of philanthropy aimed at uplifting women and children in rural Uganda.