By Our Reporter
Roke Telkom has contributed Ugx 20 million to the National COVID-19 Taskforce team to help in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
The contribution was delivered by the company’s Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Michael Mukasa and Brand Manager (BM), Michelle Baine to Hon. Mary Karooro Okurut, the Minister in Charge of General Duties, Office of the Prime Minister.
Speaking at the handover, the CCO, Michael Mukasa explained that the Roke as a Home-Grown Ugandan brand stands together with country and those affected by the ongoing pandemic and continues to aim to reach out and extend support to fellow countrymen as part of the greater call to unite in fighting the pandemic in Uganda.
He also expressed the company’s appreciation towards the government of Uganda for the milestones achieved so far with more than 40 recoveries.
“We believe the taskforce needs all the support it can get, therefore it is paramount that we join hands in meeting the country’s current needs as we lighten the burden for the many of whom are dealing with the big challenge of being unable to make ends meet.” Mukasa said.
Hon. Mary Karooro Okurut, the Minister in Charge of General Duties, Office of the Prime Minister, expressed the government’s gratitude towards contributions received, thanking Roke Telkom, for joining the campaign and showing solidarity towards the government and fellow countrymen in these harsh times.
“As we continue on this journey towards recovery for our country as we fight COVID-19, it is with great delight that we receive support from a cross-section of businesses, organizations and individuals,” Karooro remarked, adding that, “it is also a gratifying to see local brands like Roke Telkom participate, we truly appreciate the gesture.”
The government has received donations in the form of cash, new vehicles, foodstuffs, sanitizers, essential medical supplies like personal protective gear and other items from various organizations, and on behalf of the government. Total contributions are already in excess of Ugx 4 billon.