Brief History of Jinja Regional Referral Hospital

Jinja Regional Referral Hospital commonly known as Jinja Hospital, is a government owned referral hospital that was established in the 1930s’ as a health unit for World War II combatants and prisoners of war from Kimaka. In the course of time, the unit was upgraded to a district hospital and eventually into a Regional Referral Hospital for the eastern region in 1995.

The hospital serves approximately a population of 4.5 million in a catchment area comprising of 1 city and 11 districts (Jinja City, Jinja, Iganga, Kamuli, Mayuge, Namutumba, Bugweri, Buyende, Luuka, Kaliro, Namayingo, Bugiri). The hospital also serves the neighboring districts of Mukono, Buikwe, Kayunga, Buvuma, Busia, Tororo among others.

Dr. Mary Boyd, CDC Country Director, and her team during a visit to Jinja Regional Referral Hospital to review the gains made through the longstanding partnership with the U.S. Government, as well as identify gaps and opportunities for continued support.

District leaders, Health workers, Development partners and other stakeholders pose for a group photograph during the Annual Busoga Joint Review Mission, bringing together key stakeholders to review progress, share experiences, and strengthen collaboration in improving health service delivery across the Busoga region.

Team from Buyende District Receiving the Best Performing District Award and Certificate at the recently concluded 3rd Busoga Annual Performance Review Mission

A Team from Kaliro District local Government receiving an Award and Certificate for the 2nd best Performing district and the Best Improved District at the recently concluded 3rd Busoga Annual Performance Review Mission

The Outgoing Principal Human Resource Officer, Mr. Abdu Higenyi Handing over to the incoming Senior Human resource Officer, Mr. Robert Eulu witnessed by the Senior Executive Consultant, Can. Dr. Alfred Yayi, the Principal Hospital Administrator, Mr. Mugisha Ereazer.

The Senior Executive Consultant Can. Dr. Alfred Yayi leading hospital management in planting trees around the hospital to create a healthier, greener and more welcoming environment.

The Parliamentary Sectoral Committee on Health, led by the Deputy Chair Person, Hon. Hope Grania Nakazibwe accompanied by Jinja City and District political leadership on an oversight visit to assess the state of health service delivery.

Members of Top Management join the Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) delegation to officially launch the Safe Drinking Water Project for patients at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital.

Brief History of Jinja Regional Referral Hospital

From our Gallery

Dr. Mary Boyd, CDC Country Director, and her team during a visit to Jinja Regional Referral Hospital to review the gains made through the longstanding partnership with the U.S. Government, as well as identify gaps and opportunities for continued support.

Team from Buyende District Receiving the Best Performing District Award and Certificate at the recently concluded 3rd Busoga Annual Performance Review Mission

A Team from Kaliro District local Government receiving an Award and Certificate for the 2nd best Performing district and the Best Improved District at the recently concluded 3rd Busoga Annual Performance Review Mission

The Outgoing Principal Human Resource Officer, Mr. Abdu Higenyi Handing over to the incoming Senior Human resource Officer, Mr. Robert Eulu witnessed by the Senior Executive Consultant, Can. Dr. Alfred Yayi, the Principal Hospital Administrator, Mr. Mugisha Ereazer.

The Senior Executive Consultant Can. Dr. Alfred Yayi leading hospital management in planting trees around the hospital to create a healthier, greener and more welcoming environment.

The Parliamentary Sectoral Committee on Health, led by the Deputy Chair Person, Hon. Hope Grania Nakazibwe accompanied by Jinja City and District political leadership on an oversight visit to assess the state of health service delivery.

Members of Top Management join the Korea Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) delegation to officially launch the Safe Drinking Water Project for patients at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital.

Our Departments & Services

Department of Surgery

Department of Obstetric & Gynaecology

Department of Outpatient

Department of Internal Medicine

Department of Pathology & Medical Laboratory Services

Department of Paediatrics & Child Health

Department of Psychiatry

Department of Orthopedics

Department of Ophthalmology

Department of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

Department of Dental Services

Department of Anaesthesiology

Department of Emergency Medicine

Department of Public Health

Department of Critical Care

Department of Imaging & Radiology

Department of Human Resource

Department of Finance & Administration

Private Patient Services

Recent Posts

Minister Commends Jinja Regional Referral Hospital for Strong Leadership, Teamwork and Commitment to Service Delivery

Jinja Regional Referral Hospital Inaugurates New Management Board

Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, Uganda Cancer Institute Hold Second Gynaecological Surgical Camp

Jinja RRH Hosts Regional Stakeholders to Strengthen Joint Health Planning and Budgeting

Jinja Regional Referral Hospital Hosts Fistula Camp to Restore Dignity and Strengthen Specialist Care

CDC Country Representative Visits the Hospital to Review the Impact of the Cooperative Agreement