By Moses Nyirenda

Lilongwe, July 31, Mana: Airtel Malawi says it is committed to supporting Malawi Blood Transfusion Services (MBTS) in addressing critical blood shortage affecting hospitals across the country.

This comes after the telecommunications company successfully conducted its annual blood donation exercise, which it organized in conjunction with MBTS on Wednesday in Lilongwe.

Speaking through a press statement, which Airtel Malawi released on Wednesday, Airtel Malawi’s Managing Director, Charles Kamoto, said his company is after the well-being of people hence its commitment to support in addressing the blood shortage in hospitals.

“We are deeply committed to the health and well-being of Malawians,” said Kamoto.

He added that the blood donation they conducted with MBTS recently portrays Airtel Malawi's dedication in improving people's welfare in the country.

In her comment MBTS Public Relations Officer, Upile Kaimvi hailed Airtel Malawi for its support towards addressing the blood shortage in the country's hospitals with annual blood donation drives.

“Airtel’s consistent support has been instrumental in addressing the blood shortage crisis in Malawi, their commitment to organizing this annual event for blood donation is an inspiration to other corporations,” said Kaimvi.

She also said that the country faces a persistent blood crisis, with many lives at risk due to insufficient blood supply and she said this year's Airtel Malawi blood donation drive was a crucial step towards mitigating this challenge.

According to her the blood units donated by Airtel Malawi will significantly bolster the nation's blood bank, ensuring timely and adequate supply of blood to patients in need.