United Bank for Africa (UBA) Uganda, in partnership with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Service (UBTS), has once again carried out its annual blood donation drive across all regions where the bank operates which include Kampala Mukono, Mbale, Mbarara, Jinja, Gulu and Fort Portal.
The initiative, which UBA carries out every year, comes at a crucial time when blood demand typically rises due to increased road accidents during the festive season, maternal health emergencies, other conditions such as sickle cell disease and malaria.
Esther Awor, Blood Donor Recruiter at UBTS, emphasized the importance of this partnership.
“We are collecting blood for people involved in road accidents during the festive season, mothers who are expecting, and people with sickness that at one time require blood. This drive powered by United Bank for Africa, always draws big numbers at such a time. We appreciate UBA for their annual commitment to such an initiative that ensures blood is available for those who need it in a season like this.”
UBA’s Head of Marketing, Mrs. Hoziana Niyonsaba Ssemanda, expressed gratitude to all Ugandans who participated and highlighted the bank’s commitment to scaling the impact each year.
“This is a tradition we uphold annually, as one of the many ways we give back to the communities across the country. We expect to collect much more than we did last year because the turn ups at all locations have been so good,” she noted.
Niyonsaba appreciated all donors, with a special mention of Mukono people where the 2025 drive began. Donors were so early and in big numbers. The same effort has since been seen at the different locations across the country.
She encouraged all eligible donors to join this noble cause wherever they hear a call to support.
“We urge all people who are able to donate to do so. Your donation can save someone in our hospitals and every life deserves a chance to live longer.”