Thousands of people in Kamuli district who had mobility issues were able to attend the Ruparelia Foundation Free eye medical camp, thanks to Gold Star Insurance Company.
Gold Star Insurance Company which was on August 20th and 21st part of the Ruparelia Foundation was in Kamuli municipality for free eye medical camp.
The camp was able to attract and screen 1810 patients, performed 145 successful surgeries, collected 126 units of blood and distributed 750 prescription glasses over the course of two days at the medical eye camp.
According to the organizers, the Foundation however could not do all the above alone and assisted by Gold star company which provided wheelchairs that were used to assist patients after screening and surgeries to their dormitories.
These wheelchairs were also being used by patients who had mobility issues.
About Gold Star Insurance Co. Ltd
Gold Star Insurance Company Ltd, subsidiary of the Ruparelia Group is Uganda’s largest local insurance organization and one of the key players in the industry.
With over 26 years of experience in the industry, the company aims to support its clients’ growth, protect their interests, and enable businesses to thrive to help people fulfill their hopes and realize their ambitions.
Gold Star is best known for its favorable insurance policies and products like Workers’ Compensation insurance.
Workers’ compensation is a compulsory statutory form of insurance for all employers in Uganda which provides protection to workers if they suffer a work-related injury or disease.
In brief, this form of insurance provides cash benefits and/or medical care for workers who are injured or become ill as a direct result of their job.
Employers pay premiums, and when there is a claim, the insurance company checks to see what benefits are owed and then pay the injured party.
Under the above insurance, Gold star covers;
- Medical costs due to injury or illness occurring while the employee was on the job
- Payment of injured employee’s missed wages
- Provide necessary ongoing care for the injured employee
- Covers legal costs if an employee sues your company due to the injury
- Funeral costs and death benefits if the employee dies due to a work-related event.
What Ranks Gold Star Insurance The Best Insurance Company in Uganda?
Goldstar is one of the leading Insurance Companies in Uganda that provides all types of General Insurance services to industrial, commercial, professional firms, Government institutions, individuals and other enterprises throughout Uganda.
The Company is built on four pillars including; Strong and solid financial base, Sound reinsurance support and backing, Prudent underwriting, and Professional experienced skilled staff
”With strong local and international experience and insight, highly skilled management team and courteous staff, we remain one of the most preferred insurers in the country today,” says the Company adding, ”We have not only offered risk aversion solutions to our clients but also in times of loss, offered timely compensation to keep them going because our ambition is to be a respected insurer with a diverse portfolio by product and geography. We believe that building a balance between different risks gives us opportunities for profitable growth throughout the insurance cycle.”
Now what else? Rush at Goldstar and secure your future with a policy of your choice.
The Company is located on Plot 38 Kampala Road, Crane Chambers.
In case of inquiries, feel free to call them on Tel: +256 41 4250110 or email to: [email protected]
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