One area we have discussed for a long time in Care4Burn is finally becoming a reality: outreach visits to district hospitals that refer burn patients to the Burn Unit at KCMC.
During our most recent trip to Tanzania in November 2024, we sponsored an outreach visit to Haj District Hospital – a hospital that refers around 20% of KCMC’s burn patients.

The visit clearly demonstrated the huge difference face-to-face meetings can make. Initial hesitation quickly turned into open dialogue about challenges, needs, and experiences – especially regarding first aid for burns. The visit strengthened collaboration between staff at the district and specialized hospitals, with a strong focus on training, capacity building, and improving treatment coordination.

We are therefore proud and happy to announce that we have received funding to carry out 12 new outreach visits in 2025/2026! 🙌

The staff is already busy planning, and we are excited to follow the development and see the positive outcomes these initiatives will bring.
These outreach visits are a crucial step toward building sustainable improvements in burn care in Tanzania – from the first contact at district hospitals to specialized treatment at KCMC.

We cheer for all the amazing healthcare professionals working every day for better burn treatment 🔥🤝