Papa Community’s Health Centre sees about 40 to 60 patients per day covering communities from as far as Baruni, Tatana and even beyond Lealea to Kido, Manumanu and Gorohu villages. It’s need for a sustainable power source was recently met through BSP’s annual Community project initiative. The Waigani Banking Centre team, led by Branch Manager Samuel Okti recently donated a solar powered kit, now enabling the medical team to deliver crucial health services during power outages. Mr Okti along with project coordinator Gabe Gaoma and his team also donated chairs for the clinic’s use on Friday 20th December 2024, reaffirming BSP’s commitment to the communities through such annual projects. Papa Health Centre Officer-in-Charge, Zarrah Kihi thanked BSP for meeting the clinic’s need, stating that despite them operating during the day, they are often on standby most times at nights but are unable to work in the night when there is power outage. “This solar kit will help us attend to emergency cases at night, including pregnancy related emergencies, and we are also grateful for the new chairs donated by the bank.” “Thank you for enabling us to end 2024 with a positive change at Papa Health Centre.” Salvation Army Health Director to PNG & Solomon Islands Health Services Dr. Marco Herrera said Papa is the busiest location from its 28 clinics across the country and he thanked BSP for also giving the facility a fresh look of lime green paint. Damena Rei in representing the Papa Village Community said this donation by BSP is a significant step in the village quest for sustainable development and improved health service at the Papa Salvation Army health centre. “Access to reliable electricity is not just a luxury; it is a necessity for providing quality health care.” “The sustainable energy source will power medical equipment like Nebulizer and Oxygen and keep medicines at right temperatures and allow for extended hours of caring and ultimately save lives.” Mr Rei highlighted that the impact of BSP’s support extends beyond the walls of the health centre, thus it symbolises hope and resilience for the entire community.