EQUSaT Hosts HHRD CEO in Life-Changing Humanitarian Drive
Equator University of Science and Technology (EQUSaT) hosted the CEO of Helping Hands for Relief and Development (HHRD) on 30th January, in a humanitarian effort aimed at improving healthcare access for the disabled and visually impaired in Masaka.
The initiative, held at the EQUSaT in Masaka, saw the donation of wheelchairs to individuals with mobility challenges and facilitated critical optical surgeries at Masaka Regional Referral Hospital.
Speaking at the event, EQUSaT’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Mouhamad Mpezamihigo, expressed gratitude for the collaboration, emphasizing the university’s commitment to community health and social responsibility. He also thanked HHRD for collaborating with the University and providing help to the people of Masaka.
“We thank HHRD for partnering with us and enabling us to work together to elevate our community. Mr. Javaid Siddiqi, who travelled thousands of miles to grace this occasion. We also thank him and his team for the generous gesture towards the people of Masaka,” Prof. Mpeza said.
Mr. Javaid Siddiqi reaffirmed the organization’s dedication to humanitarian relief, highlighting the importance of supporting people with disabilities. He also urged the recipients of the aid to pray for donors who facilitated the initiative.
Beneficiaries who received wheelchairs and medical aid expressed deep appreciation, sharing emotional testimonies of how the assistance would drastically improve their quality of life.
“I have struggled with mobility for years, but today, I have hope again,” said one recipient.
The event emphasized the growing role of universities in community service, reinforcing EQUSaT’s position as a leading institution not just in science and technology, but also in humanitarian initiatives. Both EQUSaT and HHRD pledged to continue working together to expand access to essential medical support in the region.
As the initiative concluded, discussions were held on future collaborations, with a particular focus on sustainable healthcare programs that will continue to benefit the people of Masaka and beyond.
