AMDA members raise sh20m for Mbarara medical camp

MBARARA - Members of the Archdiocese of Mbarara Development Association (AMDA) have raised shillings 20 million for a medical camp in Mbarara district's Nyamitanga parish on August 30, 2025. 

AMDA is an umbrella association uniting all Catholics that hail from Mbarara Catholic Archdiocese living in Kampala and surrounding areas, including Entebbe, Mukono, Wakiso and Jinja. that will be held.

A total of shillings 500 million is required for the health camp meant to offer free health care to community residents.

Mulago Hospital executive director Dr Rosemary Byanyima was the chief runner at the 5km and 10km caravan races, which were flagged off at Kitante Hill school, Kampala city on July 13, 2025.  

Byanyima welcomed the marathon as a tool for raising funding for the medical camp.

“Engaging in regular running and exercise is a powerful way to enhance physical health, but a holistic approach is essential. To maximise the benefits of your workouts, it’s equally important to monitor your diet. Without proper nutrition, even consistent exercise may fail to deliver the desired results,” Byanyima said.

Children exercise at the caravan race at Kitante Hill School in Kampala on July 13. (Credit: Wilfred Sanya)

She added that exercising helps the body improve its immune system to aid in fighting certain diseases, including diabetes, blood pressure and cancer in the body.

According to her, it is ideal to exercise a minimum of three times every week.

AMDA chairperson Christopher Gumisiriza said that they have started the fundraising drive well by raising over shillings 20 million from the sale of the T-shirts.

Gumisiriza said they are also approaching corporate organisations for support and that hopefully, by August 30, they will have raised all the needed funds for the camp.

John Mutibwa, who participated in the 5km race, said he was happy that he managed to complete the marathon.