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THIS WEEK: MTN’s 2017 marathon to benefit health sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The 14th edition of the MTN Kampala Marathon is set to benefit the health sector targeting maternal health and cancer among school children, according to the firm’s CEO Wim Vanhelleputte.
Vanhelleputte said the proceeds collected would help reduce exposure of school going children to cancer caused by carcinogens present in asbestos roofing of public schools.
They would also improve maternal health through providing better facilities in Kiswa and Komamboga health centres. The marathon will take place on November 19, 2017.
Other partners in the marathon includes Stanbic Bank, Huawei, Rwenzori Mineral Water and Vision Group.
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