21/06/2026
Manowa, Peje Chiefdom, Kailahun District – The Deputy Minister of Health, Prof. Charles Senessie officially turned the sod for the construction of a new Community Health Centre in Manowa, Peje Chiefdom, Kailahun District, marking a significant step toward improving access to quality healthcare services for residents of the community and surrounding areas.
The project, funded by the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is expected to strengthen healthcare delivery in the region by providing a modern facility capable of offering essential medical services to thousands of people. Construction of the health centre is scheduled to be completed within five months.
Speaking during the ceremony, the Deputy Minister of Health described the project as a testament to the Government of Sierra Leone’s commitment to expanding healthcare infrastructure and ensuring equitable access to health services across the country.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, reaffirmed their commitment to supporting community development and improving the lives of vulnerable populations through health and humanitarian interventions. They expressed confidence that the new facility would contribute meaningfully to better health outcomes in the district once completed.
Upon completion, the Community Health Centre is expected to enhance the delivery of primary healthcare services, improve maternal and child health outcomes, and strengthen the overall health system in Kailahun District.
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