Catholic Health Facilities
Rooted in faith and compassion, Catholic Health Facilities embody the mission of the Church by offering care that respects the dignity of every person. Guided by Catholic social teaching, they serve the poor, the vulnerable, and the sick with love and integrity. “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord” (Colossians 3:23).
About the Hospital
Igogwe hospital was established in 1962 by the Fransiscan sisters from The Netherlands and Germany. Since 2004, the hospital has been under the Catholic Archdiocese of Mbeya. The hospital is located in Rungwe district, Mbeya region, Tanzania. The official catchment is Ukukwe division which comprises of 12 wards namely Kinyala, Swaya, Isongole, Ndanto, Kiwira, Nkunga, Kyimo, Ikuti, Lufingo, Lupepo, Iponjola and Ibighi (Katumba).
Vision
“To be the best hospital offering comprehensive and specialized health care services in the region”.
Mission
Provision of sustainable, patient-centered and quality health care services enlightened by the love of Christ to all.
Core Values
- Customer care
- Love & Peace
- Equality & Justice
- Unity & Cooperation
- Hard work & Commitment
- Communication & Networking
- Transparency & Accountability
- Flexibility & Responsibility
- Prayer
Hospital Services
- General Medical services (OPD)
- Inpatient services (IPD)
- Casualty/Emergency Services
- Surgical services (major & minor)
- Diagnostic Services (Laboratory, Imaging & Radiology)
- Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn & Child Health services
- Pharmaceutical services
- Health Education & Promotion services
- Community Outreach services
- Specialized Clinics (visiting doctors)
- Support services (Laundry, IPC, Technical services)
Contact Information
Medical Officer in Charge
P.O.Box 300, Tukuyu
Mobile: +255 755 270 222, +255 758 972025
Website: www.igogwehospital.or.tz
Email: igogwehospital@yahoo.com,
igogwehospital@gmail.com
About the Hospital
Introduction
Mwambani Mission Hospital is a Council Designated Hospital (CDH) owned by the Catholic Archdiocese of Mbeya, functioning under Archbishop Most. Rev. Gervas John Mwasikwabhila Nyaisonga and Auxiliary Bishop Right. Rev. Godfrey Jackson Mwasekaga. It provides health services at the level of district hospital with a bed capacity of 170 beds. Officially registered in 1997 under the Private Hospitals Act, the hospital is managed by the Diocesan medical board and Hospital Board, with daily operations overseen by the Senior Hospital Management Team.
Organization History
Founded by Franciscan Sisters of Denekamp (Netherlands) and Thuine (Germany) in 1968, the hospital was inaugurated in 1972 by Hon. Alli Hassan Mwinyi, then Minister for Health. It became the Designated District Hospital for Chunya District, later transitioning to Voluntary Agency Hospital (2008–2017), and in 2018 signed a Service Agreement to function as the Council Designated Hospital of Songwe District.
Location
The hospital is located in Songwe District Council, 113 km from Mbeya diocesan headquarters and 170 km from Vwawa town, the regional headquarters.
Hospital Catchment Area
The hospital serves the entire Songwe District Council, covering 2 divisions, 18 wards, and 43 villages. Services extend to neighboring districts including Chunya, Mbeya Rural, Momba, and Mbozi, serving a population of 229,129 people (2022 Census).
Hospital Aspirations
Vision
To be a center of excellence in providing specialized health services in Songwe region and nationally.
Mission
To provide holistic and high quality health services with the belief that all individuals have the right to considerable access of health services through committed and skilled staff guided by recognition of human dignity.
Core Values
- Integrity: Honest and sincere service.
- Love: Caring for others' wellbeing.
- Compassion: Sympathetic and humble care.
- Teamwork: Collaborative effort for common goals.
- Ethical Values: Morally acceptable conduct.
- Professionalism: Skilled and committed work.
- Accountability: Responsible stewardship of resources.
- Quality: Service-minded and client-oriented.
- Diversity: Respect for differences in individuals.
Hospital Services
The hospital offers curative, preventive, and rehabilitative health services, including:
- General medicine (Outpatient & Inpatient)
- Surgery (minor & major)
- Reproductive, maternal, newborn & child health
- Diagnostic services (X-ray, Ultrasound, ECG, Laboratory)
- HIV/AIDS programs (CTC, VCT, PMTCT, education, male circumcision)
- Physiotherapy
- Dental services
- Ophthalmology services
Contact Information
Fr. Dr. Gilbert Sanga
Position: Medical Officer Incharge
Mobile: +255 755 476 328
Email: mwambani.hospital@yahoo.com
