206 children with treatable disabilities are on the verge of a life-changing journey, thanks to First Capital Bank (FCB) plc’s K70 million donation to Beit-Cure Children’s Hospital’s fundraising initiative.
Beit-Cure Children’s Hospital held a fundraising dinner over the weekend in blantyre under the theme “Healing Journeys: Bringing the Gap of Hope,” aiming to raise funds to enable it provide life-changing surgeries that restore mobility, confidence, and hope to 206 young patients across Malawi.
Speaking after donating the K70 million, FCB’s Head of Marketing and Communications, Twikale Chirwa said it is the Bank’s duty to complement government efforts in providing world-class health services free of charge.
“True development is measured not only by economic growth, but by how much we care for the most vulnerable among us. Our commitment to this noble cause reflects the core values that define our Bank and our dedication making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve,” said Chirwa.
He emphasized that health remains a key focus area of the Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, and commended Beit-Cure for performing over 30,000 surgeries, transforming the lives of many children across Malawi.
In addition to FCB’s contribution, Rasik Kantaria, a partner of FCB, together with the Bank’s founder Hitesh Anadkat and his wife Meeta Anadkat, donated an additional K80 million towards the cause.
Beit-Cure Executive Director Rhoda Jura Kriek highlighted the impact of these interventions. “Our mission is simple yet profound, to heal the sick. Our surgeons and medical team restore the gift of mobility through free orthopaedic and plastic surgeries,” said Kriek.
Kriek also raised concerns about challenges vulnerable children face, including stigmatisation and fear, and reiterated the hospital’s commitment to ensuring no child is turned away due to lack of resources.
The ceremony was presided over by Vice President Jane Ansah, who called on stakeholders to continue supporting Beit-Cure as tge fundraising initiative has already raised K275 million, leaving a shortfall of K32 million to reach the target of K310 million.
