In brief
On Saturday, KSrelief unveiled a project aimed at revitalising six state‑run hospitals and installing three oxygen plants in Khartoum, Al‑Jazirah, and North Kordofan. The initiative, part of the organisation’s third phase of equipment deployment, will supply a range of critical devices and include training for staff. Ambassador Al‑Harbi highlighted the program’s role as direct support to the Sudanese people and noted previous successes in 26 hospitals and nine oxygen plants. The full article below provides details on the facilities involved, the equipment being donated, the implementation partners, and the broader context of Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian efforts in Sudan.
KSrelief announced on Saturday a new project to rehabilitate six Sudanese government hospitals and establish three oxygen plants, directly benefiting an estimated three million people. The initiative comes as a continuation of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center’s extensive efforts to equip major health facilities across Sudan with modern medical technology.
The project focuses on a selection of hospitals throughout the country, including Ahmed Gasim Hospital for Cardiac Diseases and Kidney Transplantation and Bashair University Hospital in Khartoum State; Hasahesa Teaching Hospital and Al‑Managil Teaching Hospital in Al‑Jazirah State; El‑Obeid Teaching Hospital in North Kordofan; and Al‑Ashi Orthopedic Hospital in Red Sea State. In addition, KSrelief will set up three new oxygen plants at Ahmed Gasim Hospital, the Saudi Hospital for Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Al‑Buluk Children’s Hospital, all located in Khartoum State.
The rehabilitation of each hospital includes the installation of a comprehensive suite of equipment across emergency, intensive care, pediatric, inpatient, imaging, and laboratory departments. The devices supplied will encompass ventilators, defibrillators, surgical endoscopes, X‑ray and ultrasound machines, alongside full operating room outfitting. The project also covers installation, commissioning, and the training of medical and technical staff to ensure effective use of the new technology.
The programme is part of the third phase of a broader initiative led by KSrelief to provide government hospitals with modern medical devices. The partnership behind the execution of this phase is the Al‑Kafaat Organization for Human Studies and Development, which will support the delivery and operational integration of the equipment.
Ambassador Al‑Harbi Notes Progress and Future Goals
While presenting the project details, Ambassador Al‑Harbi emphasized the direct impact of rehabilitating hospitals for the Sudanese people. He said:
"Rehabilitating hospitals is a direct form of support for the Sudanese people."
He also highlighted the progress to date of the programme, noting that the efforts have already rehabilitated 26 hospitals in 10 states and established nine oxygen plants across the nation.
These accomplishments set a foundation for the new phase, which will extend the reach of modern medical devices and infrastructure to additional key medical centers. The project aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader humanitarian relief strategy in Sudan, aimed at strengthening health sector capacity and improving access to quality care for the population.
The three new oxygen plants will enhance the availability of life‑saving oxygen in high‑demand areas, particularly during peak periods of respiratory illness and in neonatal care. By establishing dedicated oxygen production facilities, the project seeks to reduce dependence on imported supplies and create a more resilient local supply chain for essential medical gases.
In terms of applicability, the equipment will not only support routine medical care but also prepare facilities for elevated needs during crises, such as pandemics or conflict‑related injuries. Training sessions for staff on the operation and maintenance of the new devices are an integral component of the agreement, ensuring the long‑term sustainability of the upgrades.
Looking forward, KSrelief plans to assess the performance of the newly installed equipment and extend support where needed, with the intention of covering additional hospitals in future phases. The current phase signifies a significant step toward a larger national strategy of modernising Sudan’s health infrastructure, with the ultimate objective of improving patient outcomes and healthcare resilience across the country.
