CRDB Bank clients to receive 50 percent discount for health screenings at Tanzania’s cardiac facility
CRDB Bank Chief Operations Officer, Bruce Mwile (second from left), and Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute (JKCI) Executive Director, Dr. Peter Kisenge, sign an agreement to offer health checkups at half price for CRDB Bank customers during a recently held event. PHOTO | COURTESY
What you need to know:
- This collaboration serves as a call to action for Tanzanians to prioritize their health and underscores CRDB Bank’s and JKCI’s shared vision of fostering a healthier, more productive society.
Dar es Salaam. CRDB Bank has partnered with the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute (JKCI) to provide discounted heart health screenings for its customers.
This partnership aims to promote preventive healthcare by offering screenings at a 50 percent reduced cost.
The agreement, signed over the weekend by CRDB Bank Chief Operating Officer Bruce Mwile and JKCI Executive Director Dr Peter Kisenge, signifies a shared commitment to enhancing public health and addressing the growing prevalence of cardiovascular diseases in Tanzania.
Heart disease screening typically costs more than Sh400,000. However, CRDB customers—including employees whose salaries are processed through the bank, pensioners, and premium clients—will now pay only half of that amount.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr Mwile highlighted the importance of good health in achieving personal and economic goals.
“Health is essential for personal and national development. At CRDB Bank, we prioritize the well-being of our customers to ensure they can confidently plan and achieve their goals,” he said.
He further encouraged Tanzanians to embrace routine health check-ups to prevent severe health complications.
“This partnership reflects our commitment to offering more than financial services. We aim to ensure our customers thrive in all aspects of life, including their health,” Mr. Mwile added.
Dr Kisenge assured CRDB customers of efficient and high-quality services, noting that JKCI has enhanced its infrastructure to meet their needs.
“We have established a dedicated service window for CRDB customers and trained our experts to deliver exceptional care. Patients can expect timely and respectful services tailored to improve their heart health,” he said.
He also noted that JKCI has invested in modern medical equipment and advanced training for its specialists to meet increasing healthcare demands.
According to the Ministry of Health, heart diseases and hypertension are on the rise in Tanzania. The number of patients increased from 2.5 million in 2017 to 3.4 million in 2022, representing a 9.4 percent growth.
Dr Kisenge emphasized that early diagnosis and preventive measures are critical in managing cardiovascular conditions, adding that the partnership with CRDB will enable more people to access affordable care.
This collaboration serves as a call to action for Tanzanians to prioritize their health and underscores CRDB Bank’s and JKCI’s shared vision of fostering a healthier, more productive society.
