South West Region: Konye Hospital honors staff with awards and gifts

Amid the conflict that started in 2016, health personnel have faced tremendous persecution in line with their duties, but they have never given up fighting to save lives. Though the Konye District Hospital operates in the unrest in Meme Division, the South West region, the staff have braved the odds to keep to their Hippocratic oath, even after suffering a four-year closure.

The Chief of the Health District in Konye, Dr Nzozone Henry, summarised this ordeal by saying that “Konye is a highly insecure zone yet over the past 3 years these staffs have put in their last sweat and blood to ensure the people of Konye receive quality healthcare which is a fundamental human right.”

On December 22, 2023, the efforts of the Konye District Health Services Staff were compensated in a prize award ceremony that brought together, traditional rulers, South West regional health officials, administrative and security officers.

The Chief of the Health District in Konye, Dr. Nzozone Henry ( standing left with a red tie and black shirt), beside the representative of South West regional Delegate of Public Health, Mr. Nnoko Julius-Also other administrative officials seated on the table of honor.

The Chief of the Health District in Konye, Dr. Nzozone Henry, revealed that the hospital had been in ruins with equipment stolen, and when they reopened in April 2021, they realized there was nothing left to operate with but with concerted efforts, there was a massive turnaround with positive advocacy targetting Government institutions, Councils,  NGOs, and well-wishers. “In June 2021, we secured the donation of an Ultra Modern Autoclave and Oxygen concentrator by the ISLAMIC BANK. In June 2021, we secured material donations from the Konye Municipal Council to 8 facilities in the district worth 35 million FCFA. July 2023 we Installed a solar power system to provide lighting to the Konye District hospital and power all laboratory equipment.” He revealed.

Donations also came from the South West Regional Assembly, GAVI, Ministry of Public Health, CERAC Women, and UNICEF among others.

The Staff used this equipment and support and changed the status of the hospital from ruins to life!

The reduction of infant and maternal mortality rates by implementing targeted interventions and community outreach programs. Improvement in vaccination coverage in the entire district from a record 29% in 2019 to 44% in 2023. The successful management of the recent outbreak of a contagious disease prevented further spread and saved countless lives. In the COVID-19 outbreak in 2021, 14 cases were managed, cholera outbreak in KOMBONE BAFAW in 2022, 31 cases line listed and managed, the yellow fever outbreak in Mekom in 2023, 11 cases line listed during community intervention, and many others. The expansion of mental health services, making them more accessible to the residents of Konye District notably in Mbakwa supe Health Centre and Konye District Hospital.

Dr Nzozone Henry DMO of Konye said in a speech December 22, 2023.

These achievements are the main reasons why the Staff of the Konye District Hospital were awarded prizes for the swift transformation of the health institution.

“Recognizing and rewarding the efforts of our staff is essential for maintaining motivation and morale. By presenting these price awards, we aim to show our appreciation for their hard work and dedication. This recognition will not only encourage our staff to continue striving for excellence but also serve as an inspiration to others in the community. Moreover, acknowledging the achievements of our staff helps to strengthen the bond between the health services and the community. By showcasing the positive impact of their work, we can foster a sense of pride and unity, which is crucial for the continued success of our healthcare services.” The Chief of the Health District in Konye emphasized.

Best Chief of Centre (Mme Tacho Rubby Epse Enongene) and the DO of Konye, Attah Moses Ndep, handing over a prize award.

Categories

Neatest health facility
Best facility in timeliness and completeness of reports
Most proactive facility in universal health coverage
Facility with best data quality for malaria
Best chief of center
Facility with best data quality for EPI
Certificate of recognition
Most dedicated community health worker
Most punctual staff District Hospital Konye
Most dedicated staff District Hospital Konye
Best behaved staff District Hospital Konye
Most hardworking staff District Hospital Konye
Best health area chairman
Best focal point communication

While thanking the administration, traditional rulers, the Council, and well-wishers, the Chief of the Health District paid a special tribute to the Staff, adding “Let us also look forward to the future and the continued growth of our healthcare services. Together, we can ensure that the people of Konye District receive the best possible care, now and in the years to come.”

Future projects include:

• Enroll all targets for Universal health coverage in Konye and further ensure they benefit from all the packages put in place by the State.
• Advocate for the improvement of human resources, more doctors, more nurses, more midwives
• Invest in the training and development of our staff to ensure they have the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver the best possible care.
• Advocate for more bikes to cover all remaining 9-health facilities
• Advocate for infrastructural maintenance of all health facilities
• Advocate for solar power installations for all health facilities
• Continuing to collaborate with local and international partners to access the latest medical advancements and technologies.