The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has successfully installed solar power systems in 1,053 health facilities across Zimbabwe.
The initiative aims to enhance access to healthcare services, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach areas where electricity infrastructure is limited or non-existent.
The UNDP’s solar power project, which was launched in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Care, aims to provide reliable and sustainable energy to rural health facilities.
This will enable healthcare workers to operate efficiently, providing essential medical services to patients without disruptions or interruptions.
The solar power installations will also reduce the reliance on diesel generators, which are often expensive to maintain and pollute the environment.
Additionally, the renewable energy source will help reduce the carbon footprint of the health facilities, aligning with the global effort to combat climate change.
The project has been implemented in all 10 provinces of Zimbabwe, with a focus on rural areas where healthcare services are often limited.
The UNDP has worked closely with local authorities, healthcare professionals, and communities to identify the most critical health facilities that require solar power installations.
The installation of solar power systems has already shown significant improvements in the health facilities, with reports of reduced energy costs, improved lighting and refrigeration, and enhanced overall working conditions for healthcare workers.
SOURCE : NEWSREPOERZIM.COM
