Japan Grants 21 Million Yen for TB Screening Project Targeting 20,000 People Annually
The Government of Japan has announced a grant of 21 million Japanese Yen (around $142,500) to support a tuberculosis screening project in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, and Chakwal. The initiative aims to provide medical screening services to 20,000 people each year.
The funding is allocated under Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) Program. A grant agreement was signed on September 1, 2026, at the Embassy of Japan in Islamabad between Japanese Ambassador Akamatsu Shuichi and a representative of the Dopasi Foundation.
Project Details
The project, titled "The Project for the Procurement of Equipment and Vehicle for Tuberculosis Screening in Two Districts of Punjab Province and Islamabad City," focuses on expanding healthcare outreach and strengthening early disease detection. It will support the purchase of medical equipment and a specialized vehicle designed for field-based health services.
Implementation by Dopasi Foundation
The Dopasi Foundation, a Pakistani humanitarian organization with over 200 staff members, will deploy a fully equipped mobile health unit in the targeted areas. The mobile unit will offer various healthcare services, including:
- Digital chest radiography
- Tuberculosis screening
- Family planning counseling
- Basic health examinations
These services will primarily benefit daily wage workers, women, and families who often encounter difficulties accessing healthcare facilities.
Corporate Support
Toyota Tsusho Corporation and Fujifilm have contributed to the development of a specially equipped Land Cruiser fitted with a compact X-ray system and artificial intelligence technology for tuberculosis screening. They will also assist in establishing a local maintenance system and providing technical training to ensure effective equipment use and long-term service operation.
Project Impact
According to project estimates, this initiative will deliver screening and diagnostic services to 20,000 individuals annually. Health officials anticipate that the program will enhance early detection of tuberculosis and other health conditions while addressing healthcare access barriers faced by vulnerable populations.
