📣 NEWS | Capital Drilling Leads the Way in Corporate Social Responsibility

A Milestone for Maternal Health in Rural Tanzania

We are proud to announce a significant development in our mission to improve maternal healthcare in rural Tanzania. Capital Drilling (CMS Tanzania Ltd.) has taken a bold and compassionate step by contributing USD 120,000 towards the construction of a new Maternity Ward and Operating Theatre at Kamanga Health Centre, a facility built and managed by Cedar Tanzania in partnership with Sengerema District Council.

Every year, approximately 11,000 women die during childbirth in Tanzania — that’s one woman every 47 minutes. This tragic statistic is fuelled by the lack of accessible, quality maternal health services in rural areas like Nyamatongo Ward. The new maternity ward at Kamanga Health Centre will address this urgent need by increasing bed capacity, improving hygiene and privacy standards, and establishing a dedicated operating theatre for emergency obstetric care.

Capital Drilling’s Impactful Contribution

Capital Drilling's support represents not just a financial investment, but a powerful demonstration of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) leadership in action. Their contribution has already enabled the construction of a critical flood barrier to protect hospital infrastructure, and will now facilitate the phased construction of the maternity facility.

“CMS visited the Kamanga Health Centre in 2024 and witnessed first-hand the impact of this work. We are honoured to stand alongside Cedar Tanzania in creating lasting, meaningful change.”

With architectural designs finalised and permits approved, phase 1 of the construction is beginning end of July 2025 and we expect the maternity ward will be open for business beginning of 2026. Phase 2, the operating theatre, can begin as soon as the remaining funding is secured.

What’s Still Needed

We are now calling on the broader business community—especially those in the mining, energy, and resource sectors—to join us. To fully realise this project, we urgently need:

• USD 113,000 for the operating theatre

• Additional funding for medical equipment and furnishings

This is an opportunity to align your organisation's ESG commitments with high-impact, community-driven development.

Join Us – Be Part of the Legacy

Would your company like to be part of this transformative initiative?

🔹 Visit the project and see our work in action
🔹 Contribute funding to close the remaining gap
🔹 Align your CSR with measurable, sustainable outcomes

For further information or to arrange a site visit, please contact:

📧 Nina Hjortlund – nina@cedarfoundation.org
📧 Paulina Urassa – paulina@cedarfoundation.org
📧 Amani George – amani@cedarfoundation.org

You may also connect with Capital Drilling representatives:
📧 Mugisha Lwekoramu – Mugisha.lwekoramu@capdrill.com
📧 Martin Rubenga – martin.rubenga@capdrill.com

🌐 www.australiaforcedartanzania.org

Together, Let’s Deliver Safe Birth for Every Mother

The Kamanga Health Centre currently serves over 1,500 patients monthly, delivers two babies every day, and provides free health checks to 680 children under five. With your help, we can expand this impact and ensure that no woman has to give birth without care.

A Major Milestone Achieved

Over the last four years, we’ve witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of climate change on our community near Lake Victoria. Seasonal flooding has become increasingly severe, threatening the safety of our hospital and the lives of our patients, staff, and surrounding communities.

The rising waters have claimed at least 200 meters of land, creeping closer to our hospital with every rainy season. As many of you know, our hospital’s proximity to Lake Victoria is crucial. We rely on the lake to provide a steady supply of clean, treated water for our operations - a vital resource in an area with no running water infrastructure. Yet, this closeness to the lake has made us vulnerable to the dangers of flooding.

The Dangers of Flooding

Floodwaters are not just an inconvenience; they bring serious threats:

Wildlife Encroachment: Floodwaters displace animals like snakes and crocodiles, bringing them dangerously close to our hospital and residential areas.

Parasites and Diseases: The stagnant water is a breeding ground for parasites such as schistosomiasis, while waterborne diseases like typhoid become rampant as long-drop toilets are washed out. With no sewage system in the area, the risk to public health is immense.

Infrastructure Damage: Without protection, the hospital's buildings and critical systems could be destroyed, jeopardizing our ability to provide essential care.

building a wall

To address these challenges, we undertook the monumental task of building a retaining wall to act as a protective barrier between the hospital and the lake. This major construction project, completed by local contractors, has been a remarkable achievement for our small team.

The retaining wall now safeguards our existing infrastructure and ensures the safety of everyone who relies on our hospital. It also paves the way for future growth, particularly the construction of our much-needed maternity ward, which we are thrilled to begin after the rainy season ends in April/May.

We are immensely proud of this accomplishment and excited to see how this protective measure will positively impact our hospital and community.

Grateful for the Support

This project would not have been possible without the generosity of our supporters, and we extend a heartfelt thank you to Capital Drilling for their significant contribution to the cost and their continued support of our work. Your commitment to improving lives in our community is deeply appreciated.

The Great Wall of.... Kamanga!

For the last three years, flooding has been a real hassle for our hospital in Tanzania, making it tough for patients to get the care they need and putting vital medical equipment at risk.

We're excited to share that we're taking action to tackle this ongoing issue and make healthcare more accessible for the community.

We're kicking off the construction of a retaining wall towards the lake, which will help protect it from future floods. This project is super important because it will not only keep the hospital safe but also help us move forward with building a new maternity ward — something that’s crucial for improving maternal healthcare in the area.

We're teaming up with local engineers and a trusted construction company to get this done using sustainable practices that respect both the environment and the local community. Together, we want to create a safe space for people to receive the care they deserve.

This project is all about hope and resilience for the community, ensuring that healthcare services keep running smoothly, no matter what Mother Nature throws at us. With financial support from Capital Drilling, we can help build a brighter future for healthcare in Tanzania.