By Abdul M. Jalloh
The District Medical Officer for Bombali District, Dr. Joseph Sylvanus Bangura, has called on partners and stakeholders to provide immediate support to combat the ongoing cutaneous ulcers outbreak in Safroko Limba Chiefdom.
Dr. Bangura made the urgent appeal during the first Health Partners Coordination Meeting of 2026, held in Makeni City under the theme: “Ramping Up Facility Readiness through Solidarity in Constructive Partnership: The Time to Act is Now.”
Speaking to reporters, Dr. Bangura emphasized the seriousness of the outbreak and the need for coordinated action. “The cutaneous ulcers outbreak is escalating in Safroko Limba, and if not addressed urgently, it could have far-reaching public health implications for the District. We are appealing to all partners, both government and non-governmental organizations, to provide technical, medical, and logistical support to control this outbreak,” he said.
The D.M.O. highlighted that the outbreak has already affected a number of residents, particularly in rural communities, and stressed the importance of timely intervention to prevent further spread. He outlined that control measures require immediate provision of medical supplies, treatment kits, and enhanced community health education to curb transmission.
Dr. Bangura also called for increased collaboration among health facilities, local authorities, and community leaders to ensure early detection, reporting, and treatment of cases. “Community engagement is crucial. We need everyone on board—from health workers to chiefs and local volunteers—to strengthen surveillance and provide accurate information to affected households,” he added.
The Health Partners Coordination Meeting brought together representatives from various health and development agencies, emphasizing the need for solidarity, proper planning, and constructive partnerships to enhance facility readiness and response capacity. Dr. Bangura concluded by reiterating that while the District Health Management Team (DHMT) is committed to controlling the outbreak, the scale of the challenge requires immediate external support. “The time to act is now. With collective action and prompt assistance, we can control the outbreak and protect the health and lives of our people,” he stressed
