AIC Kapsowar Hospital

Nehemiah is a 19-year-old man from Kenya. He works in a local garage repairing motorcycles after studying mechanics at a polytechnic. He also provides rides to clients on his motorcycle as supplemental income. Nehemiah was in an accident earlier this month on his way to pick up a client from school. The accident left him in severe pain, with a deep cut on his right foot. He was provided immediate care, but tests revealed that he sustained an injury to a tendon in his foot, leaving him unable to properly move his foot. This injury now requires surgical repair to restore his mobility and allow him to return to work. Nehemiah is scheduled for surgery on April 30th at our medical partner's care center, AIC Kapsowar Hospital. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is asking for help to raise $582 to fund his procedure and care. Nehemiah shares, "I am just a young man, and I will need my leg to be able to walk and work to earn a living."

Mannaseh is a four-year-old boy from Kenya. His mother supports the family through small-scale farming, and his father recently began working as a primary school teacher. Mannaseh is the second youngest of five children and is a quiet, shy boy who rarely leaves his mother’s side. He and his older siblings attend school, and he had been in class for only about two weeks when his education was suddenly put on hold due to a tragic accident. Six weeks ago, Mannaseh’s mother had just boiled some milk and set it aside to cool before serving it to the children. She looked away for only a few seconds to attend to his brother, and in that moment, Mannaseh climbed onto a container next to the counter. He slipped and fell into the boiling milk. His mother rushed him to the hospital, where he underwent surgery to treat severe burns on his legs and thighs. He later underwent skin graft surgery to repair the damaged areas. While this procedure helped, some areas did not heal as well as others. Treatment has been physically and emotionally difficult for Mannaseh, who has had to stay away from home and school. He now needs one final skin graft surgery, but his parents have exhausted their health insurance coverage. His parents are also repaying a loan they took out to cover school fees before his father secured his current job, making it even harder to save for the treatment he urgently needs. Without this last procedure, he will continue to experience pain, limited mobility, and challenges returning to school. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Mannaseh receive treatment. On May 4th, surgeons will perform a debridement and skin graft procedure to help him walk easily and return to being a child again. Now, Mannaseh needs help to fund this $1,183 procedure. Mannaseh's mother shared, “My son has been on dressings all through and didn't realise the extent of the burns. At least one of his legs has been opened, and he has so many questions about his recovery. He hopes to return home so he can continue his education. Please help him so that he can begin school as soon as he recovers."

Cornelius is a 42-year-old father of two from Kenya. He is separated from his wife, and has always done his best to provide for his children through casual labor, earning income through farm work or other physically demanding work. Years ago, Cornelius studied electrical engineering and carried dreams of building a stable future, but those ambitions were interrupted by personal struggles that affected his ability to find stable employment and maintain family relationships. Ten days ago, Cornelius was involved in a motorcycle accident on his way home, sustaining severe fractures on both legs. His legs were immobilized using splints, and doctors have recommended urgent fracture repair surgery. The first procedure has been approved for coverage under the national social health insurance fund, but he still needs another procedure for his second leg. For a man who already struggles to survive through manual labour, he is unable to finance his treatment, and without it, he risks chronic pain and permanent loss of his ability to walk and work. Fortunately, on May 7th, Cornelius will undergo fracture repair surgery with the help of our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare. He is seeking to raise $861 to fund the surgery, which will give him the chance to recover and rebuild his life. Cornelius says, "I thank God I came to AIC Kapsowar Hospital. Please support my treatment, so that when I fully recover, I can work and continue providing for my family."

Simon is a 61-year-old husband, father and grandfather from Kenya. Raising three children, two boys and one girl, Simon spent most of his life investing all he had into providing a better future for them. Though he once thrived as a skilled carpenter and continues to work as a farmer, today, he largely depends on his sons for daily provision. Among his children, his daughter held a very special place in his heart. She became a teacher and was one of his greatest sources of support and encouragement. Tragically, the family recently lost her, a loss that has left him emotionally devastated. The grief of burying his daughter has weighed heavily on him, even as he fights for his own health. Two years ago, Simon developed a wound on his leg that has slowly worsened over time. Despite repeated dressing changes at a facility near home, the wound showed no improvement and continued to deteriorate. Simon had also been diagnosed with hypertension. During one of his regular home visits, a neighbor who had previously received treatment at AIC Kapsowar Hospital noticed Simon’s condition and encouraged him to seek help there. In April, Simon finally sought treatment at the hospital, while in a very critical state. In addition to a large open wound that looked infected, he was experiencing severe swelling on both legs. His condition required urgent specialized care. Simon first underwent surgical debridement to remove dead tissue, followed by a series of intensive wound care cleaning and dressings. Because of the severity of the wound, he was later placed on a wound vacuum (VAC) therapy system to promote growth of healthy tissue, reduce the wound size, and prepare the area for reconstruction. After weeks of dedicated treatment and careful monitoring, Simon’s wound has significantly improved, and doctors have now recommended the next crucial step: skin graft surgery to achieve final wound closure and restore healing. Unfortunately, his prolonged hospital stay and periods of medical instability have resulted in overwhelming medical expenses. While his national health cover will assist with his hospital admission costs, the skin grafting procedure and related expenses still require financial support. Today, Simon humbly seeks your support, so he can finally receive this treatment he needs. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Simon receive treatment. On May 11th, surgeons will perform a debridement and skin graft procedure to enable him heal, walk and work once again. Now, Simon needs help to fund this $1,183 procedure. Simion says, "I have suffered a lot seeking ongoing medical care, enduring pain from dressing changes. Please help me, and I hope this will be the final step towards my healing journey."

Musa is a 50-year-old humble and gentle man from Kenya, whose life has been marked by hardship, resilience, and quiet endurance. As a child, Musa suffered a serious head injury in his rural home setting. He was treated by a traditional medicine man, but unfortunately, the injury did not heal properly. Musa recalls being taken to hospital after this, and staying there for a very long time. Years later, while in Class 7 preparing for his national primary examinations, tragedy struck again. Musa developed a mild stroke that left one side of his body weak and caused paralysis of his arm and leg. Although treatment helped him regain some mobility, his hand remained permanently paralysed. The disability changed the course of his life forever. Because of his health struggles and physical limitations, Musa never got the opportunity to start his own family. Instead, he has relied heavily on the support of his brothers and nephews, who have stood beside him through every challenge. One of his nephews has been especially devoted, caring for him tirelessly during hospital admissions and difficult moments. In early March this year, Musa’s life took another devastating turn. An altercation led to him being struck on the hip with a metallic rod, and he sustained a fracture of his left thighbone. Musa was admitted in hospital and underwent a fracture repair surgery which was successful. A follow up visit two weeks after discharged showed that he was recovering well. Unfortunately, a few weeks later, fate dealt Musa yet another painful blow. One rainy day, Musa lost his footing while taking care of his cattle, and fell on his recently operated leg. The pain was unbearable. Musa cried out for help, but no one was nearby. Because he lives in a remote area, he remained lying there for nearly three hours before his nephew eventually came looking for him and found him in agony. He was carried back into the house, but his leg continued swelling through the night. Musa was brought back to hospital where X-rays showed a fracture around the implant site, which required another complex surgery. The first stage of surgery, hardware removal, was successfully completed, and now Musa is scheduled for fracture repair surgery. Musa's national health cover has since been exhausted, and he is now seeking support for the procedure. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner can help. On May 11th, Musa will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,014 to fund this procedure. Musa says, "I look forward to a day when I will look after my cattle without pain."

Fredrick is a 44-year-old man from Uganda, and a father of three children. For many years, Fredrick worked as a truck driver to provide for his family, and life was fairly stable until he was diagnosed with epilepsy nine years ago. Due to his condition, he had to leave his job on the road, and start a new chapter through farming. He ventured into mixed farming, growing potatoes and rearing cattle, which he grazed in a nearby forest. Despite the challenges, he worked hard to ensure his family was provided for. His children have also remained focused and hardworking, with one recently joining a university, a great source of pride and hope for the family. His wife, equally hardworking, was recently employed as a teacher. In late March this year, Fredrick had missed taking his medication for two days and had an epileptic seizure, falling into a fire. He sustained severe accidental burns on both his arms and his abdomen. Initially, he remained at home where a visiting nurse performed dressing changes, but his wounds continued worsening, his brothers eventually made the decision to bring him to hospital for advanced medical care. Upon arrival, the doctor on call that day found that Fredrick’s right forearm had been severely burned and could not be saved, and his left hand had also suffered major injuries. He was immediately taken to the theatre for emergency debridement surgeries. The doctors also did a below-elbow amputation that was successful. Plastic surgeons then worked tirelessly to save his left hand. However, his treatment journey is far from over. Fredrick now requires another critical surgery known as flap division and inset with skin grafting. He has already undergone multiple surgeries, all of which were covered through his wife’s national insurance cover. Unfortunately, the limit has now been exhausted, yet the final stages of his treatment are urgently needed. Despite losing his arm, Fredrick's hope is not lost. He hopes to go back home, reintegrate, and contribute to his family's well-being. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Fredrick receive treatment. On May 13th, surgeons will perform a debridement and skin graft procedure to complete the reconstruction process to promote healing, restore function, and improve coverage of the injured areas. Now, Fredrick needs help to fund this $1,183 procedure. Fredrick says, "When I go back home, I know my children will struggle and be afraid of my current appearance, but I will reorient myself and practice more cattle farming. Please help me so that I can leave the hospital bed and go home."