Hisham Al-Sobat Supports the “Lend a Hand for Our Hospitals” Initiative

Khartoum /
As part of the “Lend a Hand for Our Hospitals” initiative, businessman Hisham Al-Sobat has announced his commitment to rehabilitating the pediatric department at Ibrahim Malik Hospital, as well as renovating three floors at the National Public Health Laboratory (ISTAK) and addressing the electricity challenge by providing generators and solar power systems.
The announcement came during a field tour that included the National Public Health Laboratory (ISTAK), the National Blood Transfusion Services Administration, and Ibrahim Malik Hospital. Al-Sobat was accompanied by Dr. Khalil Mohamed Ibrahim, Director-General of the General Administration for Financial and Administrative Affairs at the Federal Ministry of Health, representing the Undersecretary of the Ministry, along with a number of health-sector officials.
Dr. Khalil stressed the importance of engaging the private sector in reconstruction efforts and supporting the health sector. He commended the role of entrepreneurs in strengthening healthcare services, emphasizing that the initiative begins with the efforts and commitment of Sudanese citizens.
He also underscored the need to strengthen cooperation between the public and private sectors, noting that solidarity, partnership, and integration are essential to achieving shared goals and improving the country’s health system.
For his part, Hisham Al-Sobat reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the health sector in line with the vision and strategic plans of the Federal Ministry of Health. He praised the Ministry’s efforts and the dedication of medical and healthcare workers, expressing his appreciation for involving the private sector as a key partner in reconstruction efforts and in saving lives through sustainable healthcare projects.
This commitment comes despite the significant damage sustained by the private sector as a result of the war.
The “Lend a Hand for Our Hospitals” initiative represents a practical model of cooperation between the public and private sectors and embodies a strong sense of national responsibility in supporting and restoring healthcare services.