Ndegeya's Vaccine Lifeline

Irene Zijp • December 29, 2025

Ndegeya Now Vaccinates On-Site

Enhancing Healthcare in Ndegeya with a New Cold Chain Unit


We proudly announce the installation of a state-of-the-art cold chain unit at the Ndegeya Community Clinic (NCC) and Maternal and Child Care Clinic (MCC). This essential equipment strengthens healthcare delivery for the entire Ndegeya community by ensuring the safe storage and distribution of temperature-sensitive vaccines, medications, and biological samples. The project was made possible through a collaboration with the Lions Club of Masaka, with generous funding from the Joanne Foundation.


Vaccines Supported by the Cold Chain Unit

The new unit will enable reliable storage and administration of key vaccines, including BCG (for tuberculosis protection at birth), oral polio vaccine (OPV), pentavalent vaccine (protecting against diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, hepatitis B, and Haemophilus influenzae type b), pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) for pneumonia prevention, and rotavirus vaccine to combat severe diarrhea in infants. For mothers and older children, it supports measles-rubella (MR) and HPV vaccines. This ensures timely immunizations right at the clinics, aligning with Uganda's national schedule and WHO standards.


Why Cold Chain Equipment Matters

Cold chain systems maintain precise temperatures—typically between 2 C  and 8C

—to preserve vaccine potency, prevent spoilage, and safeguard patient safety. Newborns at the Maternal and Child Care Clinic can now receive immediate vaccinations on-site, a critical step in preventing life-threatening diseases. WHO-approved, the unit qualifies the clinics to receive government-supplied vaccines, expanding access for underserved families.


Collaborative Donation Effort


The Laudara Foundation partnered with the Lions Club of Masaka to procure this high-quality, solar-powered unit customized for Ndegeya's unique needs. Funding from the Joanne Foundation enabled swift procurement and installation. This partnership demonstrates how community organizations can drive meaningful healthcare advancements in remote areas.
Transformative Impact on Local Care

Previously, new mothers had to travel to distant facilities with their newborns for vaccinations, often delaying critical care. The solar-powered unit now overcomes power outages and harsh weather, allowing the clinics to serve more families effectively. With dependable refrigeration, NCC and MCC can boost immunization rates, improve emergency responses, and deliver quality healthcare closer to home.

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