

This morning, the Rotary family in Uganda proudly welcomed the Francesco Arezzo, President of Rotary International, to the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services (Nakasero Blood Bank).
The visit was more than a tour of facilities — it was a celebration of lives saved and hope restored through service.
For years, the Rotary Malaria Carnival has stood at the forefront of blood collection drives and resource mobilization to support both Nakasero and Mengo Blood Banks. What started as a campaign to fight malaria has grown into a powerful movement of compassion — mobilizing communities to donate blood, raise funds, and stand in solidarity with mothers, children, and families in need.

Francesco Arezzo has today arrived at Kawempe National Referral Hospital to officially launch the transformative Oxygen as a Service Project, a major milestone in advancing maternal and child healthcare in Uganda.
The launch ceremony is graced by the Minister of Health, Jane Ruth Aceng, whose presence underscores the strong partnership between Rotary and government in strengthening Uganda’s health systems.

Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo and Anna Maria Criscione-Arezzo arrived in Uganda at 12:55 AM through Entebbe International Airport for a landmark two-day visit focused on witnessing firsthand the life-changing impact Rotary is creating across the country.Hosted by Rotary District 9213 and Rotary District 9214, the visit highlights Uganda’s strong contribution to Rotary’s global mission of service above self — advancing maternal and child health, peacebuilding, disease prevention, youth empowerment, and membership growth.

