The Grand Kru County Referral Hospital, commonly known as “Rally Time Hospital,” has received the first batch of 121 solar panels as part of a major solar electrification project, aimed at improving power supply at the facility.
However, hospital authorities disclosed that 21 of the panels were damaged during transportation due to the deplorable road conditions affecting Liberia’s Southeastern corridor.
Speaking to reporters over the weekend at his office in Grandcess City, Hospital Administrator Sawlo Jlateh confirmed the damage but assured the public that the affected panels will be replaced.
Administrator Jlateh said the solar initiative is intended to reduce the hospital’s heavy dependence on fuel-powered generators and ensure a more reliable and sustainable electricity supply for the facility.
He revealed that the hospital is expected to receive a total of 400 solar panels under the project, along with solar mounting blocks and other accessories necessary for the installation process.
Jlateh further disclosed that construction of a solar power plant for the hospital is expected to commence shortly and will last approximately three months.
Upon completion, the project is expected to significantly improve electricity access and support the smooth operation of medical services at the government-run hospital.
The project is being implemented through the Liberian Ministry of Health with funding support from Plan International Liberia.
Administrator Jlateh praised both the Ministry of Health and Plan International Liberia for selecting Rally Time Hospital as a beneficiary of the initiative, describing the intervention as timely and impactful for healthcare delivery in Grand Kru County.
He emphasized that consistent electricity remains critical to effective healthcare services, especially in remote counties where fuel costs and power shortages continue to challenge hospital operations.
Meanwhile, construction has officially commenced on a major renewable energy project at the Rally Time Hospital, where a 400-panel solar farm (650W each) being installed to strengthen electricity supply for critical health services.
According to hospital authorities, the project is part of a broader effort to improve healthcare delivery through sustainable energy solutions, ensuring uninterrupted power for essential medical operations.
Speaking on the development, Administrator Jlateh of Rally Time Hospital described the initiative as a major milestone for the facility and the people of Grand Kru County.
He emphasized that once completed; the solar farm will provide reliable electricity for key health services, particularly the hospital’s oxygen production system.
He noted that in modern healthcare delivery, oxygen supply and laboratory services are essential components of effective treatment, especially in emergency and critical care situations.
In a related development, the hospital’s Laboratory Department was recently fully solarized, enabling 24-hour uninterrupted service. This upgrade is expected to significantly improve diagnostic capacity and response time for patients.
The project is being implemented through support from Plan International Liberia and the Ministry of Health (MOH), both of which have been instrumental in strengthening healthcare infrastructure in the region.
Hospital officials described the development as a “long-awaited dream come true,” highlighting that energy challenges have long affected service delivery in rural health facilities across Liberia.
Once completed, the solar installation is expected to enhance:
Continuous oxygen production, Reliable laboratory operations, Reduced dependency on unstable public electricity, and Improved emergency response services.
The project represents a significant step toward sustainable healthcare infrastructure in Grand Kru County and aligns with broader national goals of improving rural health systems through renewable energy solutions.