By Burnett Munthali
In a heartwarming gesture aimed at marking the spirit of Easter, spouses of Bravo Division police officers and members of the Police Women’s Welfare under the South West Region have reached out to children battling cancer at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital (QECH).
The visit was not just about celebration, but about demonstrating tangible love and support to those in need.
The group came bearing gifts in the form of both food and non-food items, carefully selected to address the basic needs of the young patients.
Some of the donated items included soap, sugar, maize flour, and soya pieces—essentials that will help improve daily living conditions for the children and their guardians.
Speaking during the visit, Regina M’bobo, the spouse to the South West Regional Police Deputy Commissioner, offered insight into the motivation behind the initiative.
She explained that the donation was inspired by the sacrificial love that Jesus Christ showed through His death on the cross to redeem mankind.
“Our main purpose for visiting today,” she said, “was to cheer up our friends who are receiving treatment in this hospital, especially during this Easter season.”
She emphasized the spiritual foundation of the gesture, adding that Easter is a time to remember the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, a time of reflection, compassion, and action.
“Jesus told us to love one another and support those in need,” M’bobo continued. “So, we felt compelled to come and stand with these children, to show them that they are not forgotten.”
Her words carried the depth of human empathy that often gets lost in the noise of daily life, reminding us of the true essence of Easter.
The donation and the visit were received with deep appreciation by the hospital’s staff, who witness the struggles of the young patients every day.
Mary Moyo, a nursing officer at QECH, expressed her heartfelt gratitude toward the visiting team.
She described the support as timely and immensely helpful to both the patients and the hospital.
Moyo noted that such gestures contribute significantly to the improvement of hygiene, nutrition, and overall morale in the children’s cancer ward.
She acknowledged that battling cancer at such a tender age is a tremendous challenge, and that support from the community makes a significant difference.
The Easter visit by the police spouses and welfare group thus served a dual purpose: it provided physical assistance while also uplifting the spirits of children and families going through one of life’s toughest battles.
Beyond the donated goods, the real gift was the presence—the smiles, the kind words, and the shared humanity that the team brought with them.
In a world often marked by indifference and isolation, this Easter outreach served as a powerful reminder that love, when acted upon, has the power to heal, uplift, and inspire.
By reaching out to the young patients at QECH, the Bravo Division police spouses and the South West Police Women’s Welfare have not only honored the Easter tradition—they have redefined it through action.
They have become vessels of compassion, offering hope and kindness where it is most needed.
And in doing so, they have shown us that the most meaningful celebrations are those that leave a lasting impact on someone else’s life.
