A New Chapter for Mothers and Babies in Tanzania
We’re thrilled to share a powerful update from Kamanga Health Centre in rural Tanzania — we’re not far from putting on the roof of our new maternity ward! This is no small feat. Phase 1 of the build is well underway, and by the end of 2025, we will have a fully constructed 25-bed facility dedicated to safe childbirth and dignified maternal care.
This expansion comes at a critical time. With over 50 births per month at our current facility, we’ve long outgrown the space. Our new maternity ward will include:
6 dedicated delivery beds
10 post-natal beds
4 post-caesarean beds
3 pre-natal beds
2 premature beds
Shower and toilet facilities for mothers
This will dramatically improve our ability to care for mothers and babies—safely, privately, and professionally. And it will free up much-needed space in the existing hospital for other patients.
Next Up: Phase 2 – Operating Theatre Coming 2026
We’re already planning for Phase 2, which will include a fully equipped operating theatre. This will allow us to safely handle high-risk births — including first-time mothers and those with five or more children, as per national policy. For many, this theatre will be the difference between life and death.
To complete the facility and begin operations, we urgently need hospital equipment.
🎯 We Need Your Help: Can You Connect Us?
We’re calling on our community of supporters, medical professionals, hospitals, and logistics partners to help us source and ship second-hand medical equipment from Australia.
We are looking for:
Hospital beds (including delivery and post-natal)
Drip stands
Examination lights
Bedside lockers and storage
Baby cots and neonatal equipment
Wheelchairs and mobility aids
Autoclaves
IV poles, oxygen cylinders, trolleys, blood pressure machines - and more!
If you work at or are connected to a hospital, medical supplier, logistics company, or any organisation that might be upgrading or decommissioning equipment, please reach out. Even small contributions go a long way. We have a complete wish list that can be sent through if you'd like.
🌍 This is all about impact, equity, and saving lives in one of the most underserved regions of East Africa.
📦 Let's Get It There Together
We have the team on the ground, the construction in motion, and the will to make it happen. Now, we need the tools. All donated equipment will be used either in the new maternity ward or to replace aging assets in our current hospital.
📬 Contact Us Today
If you have equipment to donate or would like to partner on shipping, contact:
📧 Nina Hjortlund – nina@cedarfoundation.org
📞 +61 (0)476 262 986
🌐 www.australiaforcedartanzania.org