Lodwar County Referral Hospital (LCRH) will now independently maintain its on-site oxygen plant, ending a three-year service contract with CHEMONICS/Jhpiego. The Department of Health and Sanitation Services, through its Directorate of Specialised and Referral Services, will oversee the plant’s upkeep. CHEMONICS/Jhpiego had been responsible for maintenance since the plant’s initial installation. This transition signifies a move towards self-sufficiency for the hospital in providing a critical medical resource. The handover ensures continued oxygen supply for patients at LCRH and surrounding healthcare facilities. Details regarding the initial installation agreement were not disclosed in the announcement. The move aims to strengthen the hospital’s capacity for independent operation and sustained patient care.