The emergency department of Ibrahim Malik Hospital in Khartoum, Sudan, has resumed operations following a rehabilitation project supported by the Saba Organization. The hospital's restart is a significant step towards restoring healthcare services in Khartoum state. The rehabilitation effort aims to improve the hospital's infrastructure and equipment, enabling it to provide quality medical care to patients. This development is a result of collaboration between the Sudanese government and international organizations.
The hospital's reopening was marked by a ceremony attended by prominent officials, including General Ibrahim Jaber, a member of the Transitional Sovereign Council. Jaber emphasized the government's commitment to the healthcare sector, praising the Saba Organization's role in the hospital's rehabilitation. He also called for the replication of this successful model in other sectors. The hospital plays a vital role in providing medical care and education, and its restoration is expected to have a positive impact on the local community.
Federal Health Minister, Professor Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim, announced that the healthcare system in Khartoum state is beginning to recover. He noted that specialized services, including cardiology and nephrology, have resumed. Ibrahim expressed gratitude to the Saba Organization for its support and commitment to rebuilding efforts. The minister emphasized that the next phase will focus on completing the recovery of healthcare institutions, ensuring easy access to medical services for citizens.
The war had severely damaged the hospital, but the emergency department, which reopened on October 5, 2026, now has over 58 beds equipped with necessary devices and equipment. Khartoum State Health Minister, Dr. Mahmoud Al-Badri, assured that his ministry is committed to providing healthcare services to citizens. The hospital's rehabilitation is a significant milestone in the state's efforts to restore healthcare services.
Dr. Ali Al-Sayed, director of the Saba Organization, stated that the hospital has been restored to its full capacity, operating under the slogan "Our health is the health of the nation." He praised the resilience of healthcare workers during the war and reaffirmed the organization's commitment to sustaining healthcare services. The organization's efforts have contributed significantly to the hospital's rehabilitation.
Dr. Faisal Ahmed Al-Nour, country director of the Saba Organization, highlighted that the hospital's rehabilitation is part of its ongoing mission to provide medical care. He stressed the importance of creating a safe and stable healthcare environment. The organization's support has enabled the hospital to resume operations, and its continued involvement is crucial to sustaining healthcare services.
Hospital director, Dr. Mahmoud Saeed, acknowledged the role of organizations, including Saba, in supporting the healthcare sector. He described them as essential partners in the hospital's operations. Dr. Saeed noted that the Saba Organization has rehabilitated a significant part of the hospital, making it better than before the war. However, some shortcomings remain, and efforts are underway to address them soon.
Key points
- The rehabilitation of Ibrahim Malik Hospital is a significant step towards restoring healthcare services in Khartoum state.
- The hospital's emergency department has resumed operations with over 58 beds equipped with necessary devices and equipment.
- The Saba Organization played a crucial role in the hospital's rehabilitation, and its continued support is essential to sustaining healthcare services.
