By Waure Eddy
The Catholic Diocese of Tambura-Yambio, led by His Lordship Bishop Barani Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, has officially launched the construction of new male and female wards and a guest house at St. Tereza Mission Hospital in Nzara, Western Equatoria State.
The new facilities are expected to significantly enhance healthcare delivery for communities in Nzara and the wider region, while the guest house will provide accommodation for visiting doctors and international partners supporting the hospital.
During the launch ceremony, Bishop Hiiboro blessed the foundation stone, engineers, and workers involved in the project, urging them to carry out the work with dedication and commitment.
“This work is very huge and needs commitment and hard work. As you begin, do it with passion. I am praying to Almighty God for those who are going to do this work, that He should protect them along with the materials they will be using until the end of the construction,” Bishop Hiiboro said.
The Bishop reaffirmed the Diocese’s continued support for the project, emphasizing its importance in improving healthcare services for the wider community.
Hospital Administrator Dr. Benson Locholi welcomed the launch and expressed confidence in the successful completion of the project.
“The foundation stone that we are witnessing today is going to help the community within and across,” Dr. Locholi remarked.
The project engineer, Amos, revealed that construction is expected to take nine months, stressing the importance of quality and durability.
“We are going to do the work well without rushing because we want it to last long for our communities and partners, to make them feel the building,” he said.
The launch ceremony was attended by hospital administrators, staff, community leaders, and engineers, all of whom witnessed Bishop Hiiboro lay the foundation stone.
The project marks a significant step toward strengthening healthcare infrastructure in Nzara and reflects the Diocese’s ongoing commitment to improving the well-being of the people of South Sudan.
