NCBA Bank Uganda has joined forces with the Uganda Blood Transfusion Services (UBTS) to launch a two-day blood donation campaign aimed at bridging Uganda’s national blood supply gap.
Uganda faces a shortage of blood, with the national supply meeting only about 70% of demand, leaving a 30% shortfall. This deficit puts thousands of lives at risk annually, particularly pregnant women, trauma victims, children with severe anemia, and patients undergoing surgery or treatment for chronic illnesses.
The campaign seeks to narrow this gap by mobilizing NCBA staff, customers, and the wider public to donate.
NCBA Bank CEO, Mark Muyobo said the campaign is targeting at least 200 blood donors, with spaces at four of their branches – Rwenzori, Nakasero, Village Mall, and Forest Mall, transformed into temporary, fully equipped donation centres.
He said UBTS personnel will be on site with mobile donation units, enabling donors to give safely and conveniently during their daily routines.
“We believe financial stability and community wellness go hand-in-hand. This is why we are determined to make a tangible difference where it matters most. By bringing donation centres to our most accessible branches, we provide a simple, accessible act of care that literally saves lives and strengthens our communities,” Muyobo said.
He added that the initiative is a core part of NCBA’s broader corporate social responsibility agenda, aligned with the bank’s global “Change the Story” sustainability framework, which emphasizes meaningful social and environmental impact.
Muyobo said regular blood donations are critical not only for saving lives but also for strengthening Uganda’s healthcare resilience. He said by creating awareness, dispelling myths, and improving accessibility, NCBA and UBTS aim to empower more Ugandans to actively participate in preventing avoidable deaths and ensuring a stable, safe blood supply.
Speaking at the launch, Nelly Wainaina, NCBA Group Director of Marketing, Communications and Citizenship, reaffirmed the Bank’s purpose and commitment to community well-being, saying:
“At NCBA, we believe in going beyond banking- we invest in people, in health, and in the future of our communities. Our collaboration with UBTS reflects the power of partnership in saving lives. This campaign is yet another example of how NCBA is Changing the Story- building stronger, healthier, and more connected communities. Every drop counts. Let’s show what’s possible when we come together with heart. Let’s go for it, and together, let’s Change the Story.”
