CDH Investment Bank has donated K2 million to the Malawi Orthopaedics Association for the 2023 scientific conference that will take place from 21st to 23rd September 2023 at Chikho Hotel in Mponela, Dowa. The theme of the conference is “Orthopaedics and disaster management: lessons from cyclone Freddy.”
The cheque was presented on behalf of CDH Investment Bank by Mr Jamal Kamoto, the Chief Business Development Officer on Thursday 14th September 2023 at the bank’s offices in Blantyre. Mr Kamoto said CDH Investment Bank decided to sponsor the conference as part of appreciating the advocacy and oversight role that the Malawi Orthopaedics Association plays in orthopaedics in Malawi.
Mr Kamoto stated that the conference and its theme are relevant to they provides a forum for stakeholders to discuss and brainstorm action plans on how to improve our nation, on top of what is already being done, in terms of the country’s trauma and orthopaedics care in Malawi.
“We are confident that the deliberations at the conference will help participants to brainstorm on how to manage trauma better, showcase the various expertise and insights available in the orthopaedics field and draft strategic plans that can be implemented to enhance our healthcare systems.”
On her part, Maureen Sabawo, President for Malawi Orthopaedics Association, expressed gratitude for the support, which she said was a timely boost ahead of the annual conference. She applauded CDH Investment Bank for the partnership which will help them to host an effective conference. She lamented the gaps the field has in number of practicing specialists, lack of equipment and trauma registry. The conference will help delegated brainstorm strategies to assist the country reduce the amount of GDP lost due to challenges providing care to those in need especially during disasters.
“The conference brings together MOA members and stakeholders from various sectors of the economy, to discuss the theme and other pertinent topics that will propel our disasters response and preparedness as a country. A country without a robust disaster response plan and ortho team is a detriment to development” Sabawo said.
