Enifa is a 25-year-old woman from Malawi. She is married and a mother of two children, ages six and ten. Together with her husband, she supports her family through tomato farming. Enifa had been in good health until 2024, when her husband noticed changes in her neck and encouraged her to seek medical care. As the swelling in her neck increased, she made several hospital visits. In early 2025, after the growth became more pronounced, she was diagnosed with a goiter. Her symptoms continued to progress despite ongoing care. In December 2025, as her condition worsened further, Enifa was taken to our medical partner care center, Partners In Health. for further evaluation. There, she was assessed by a surgeon who conducted the necessary tests and confirmed the diagnosis of goiter, as well as the need for surgical treatment through a procedure known as a thyroidectomy. This surgery involves removing part or all of the thyroid gland, depending on findings at the time of surgery. The thyroid gland is located at the front of the neck and produces hormones essential for metabolism, growth, and many other bodily functions. Over the past fourteen months, Enifa has experienced increasing symptoms, including neck pain, difficulty carrying heavy items on her head, and episodes of choking at night. Surgery is recommended to prevent further worsening of these symptoms and to restore her quality of life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Enifa receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on January 13th at Partners in Hope Medical Center. Surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $1015, and she and her family need help raising money. Enifa hopes that the surgery will restore her health so she can continue caring for her children and resume her farming work. “The choking at night is terrifying me, and I am afraid of death; please help me, I have young kids." said Enifa.

Lonah is 33 years old and a mother of seven children from Kenya. She and her siblings did not finish schooling after their father passed away, leaving their mother struggling to support the family. She comes from a very hot region where farming is difficult, except for a few pawpaw trees she tends. To supplement the family income, she does casual domestic work. Lonah slipped and sustained an injury on her upper left arm. She thought it was just a simple wound and waited for it to heal. However, the wound was infected, causing her pain. Lonah developed necrotizing fasciitis and needed to undergo a procedure to clean the wound. She was referred to our medical partner, AIC Kapsowar Hospital, where they cleaned and treated her wound. She still needs a contracture release and skin graft for her wound to heal completely. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Lonah receive treatment. On December 10th, surgeons at their care center will perform a contracture release surgery to help her regain the use of her arm and return to caring for her family. Now, she needs help to fund this $1,239 procedure. Lona says, "I had given up and wanted to go home to continue with wound care, but God provides in miraculous ways. Imagine being away from home for three weeks, and my children are really suffering. Please help me so that I can go home a happy mother. I look forward to complete healing so that I can use my hands to work as usual."

Melany is an intelligent, affectionate, and kind girl. She is known for being active and generous, always willing to share. She loves to play and explore the world around her. However, due to a condition in her teeth that appeared when she was just three years old, she has stopped smiling freely for fear of being teased by other children. Despite this, she remains cheerful and has dreams for the future: when she grows up, she wants to become a soccer player. Melany is scheduled for dental surgery on December 17th. Our medical partner, Clinica Noel, is requesting $868 to fund her treatment and care. The dental treatment under general anesthesia will help eliminate deep cavities. It will be performed under general anesthesia, which guarantees pain relief, anxiety control, and safety during the procedure. Before the procedure, a complete medical evaluation will be performed, and after the procedure, Melany will undergo a period of supervised recovery. Melany's parents say, "We are overjoyed to know that our daughter will be able to receive the treatment we have been waiting for. This step will not only help her regain the confidence to smile comfortably, but also improve her physical and emotional health. We cannot find the words to express our gratitude; we are convinced that Melany will be very happy to know that, thanks to your generosity and commitment, we will be able to overcome this condition together that has accompanied her since she was so young."

Lilian is a 4-year-old girl from Tanzania. She is the only child, and her mother describes her as calm, gentle, and well-behaved. Lilian's mother relies on farming for income and was supported by community partners to get transported to Kafika House for treatment. At Kafika House, Lilian was diagnosed with bilateral genu varus. This condition has led to the outward bowing of her legs. Several factors could cause this condition, such as growth disorders, vitamin deficiencies, or excessive fluoride found in contaminated drinking water. As a result of this condition, Lilian has difficulty walking, which may cause long-term joint damage. As she has grown, the bowing of Lilian's legs has become more noticeable, raising concern about her future mobility. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $810 to fund treatment for Lilian. The procedure is scheduled to take place on February 3rd at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully restore Lilian's mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of future complications. Lilian's father says, "I hope my daughter's legs won't be a problem as she grows, making it impossible for her to achieve her goals."

John is a young student from Uganda. He is the firstborn in his family, with a younger brother who is currently in middle school. At 10 years old, John is a sharp, smart, confident, outstanding, and social boy. He has a close relationship with his father, often seen gazing at him affectionately during the interview. He is a pupil at Nyakibale Upper Primary School, studying in Primary Four. Academically, he performs well. When asked what he wants to be in the future, he confidently responded, “A doctor for hearts.” Although they have not yet studied the heart in school, John can name all its parts one by one, knowledge he learned from his father. His father works as an electrician, while his mother does tailoring. The family lives in a single-room permanent rental house near Nyakibale Hospital. Since about a month ago, John has had a hydrocele, which is swelling in a sensitive area. The condition causes him pain when walking, playing football, sleeping with his thighs pressed together, and when sitting or standing for long periods. He was first taken to a nearby hospital, where he was examined and given medicine, but he did not experience any relief. As the pain worsened and the swelling increased, his father brought him to Nyakibale Hospital. After examination and a confirmatory scan, he was diagnosed with a communicating hydrocele and advised to undergo a hydrocelectomy. However, the family is unable to raise the amount required for the surgery and kindly appeals for your support. Fortunately, on March 17th, John will undergo hydrocele repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $139 to fund John's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. John's father says, “My little boy no longer even attends school well, he is ever worried because every time he sits for long, the pain reoccurs. I kindly appeal to you for support because personally, the money I earn can’t enable me to afford the cost of his surgery.”

Vatt is an adorable one-year-old boy from Cambodia. He is the only child in his family and lives in a small village in Kandal province with his parents. His father is a truck driver, and his mother works at a brick kiln. At home, he enjoys playing with small toy cars. His favorite meal is fried pork with rice. Vatt sustained a burn injury to the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th fingers of his left hand after spilling hot porridge. Burn scar contractures have developed, tightening the skin around his fingers. This makes it difficult for him to use his hand properly, and he experiences pain when someone tries to stretch his fingers. On February 19, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), will perform a burn contracture release surgery to help Vatt regain movement in his fingers, relieve pain, and allow him to use his hand normally. This will help him carry out daily activities, play, and grow like other children. Now, he needs help to fund this $652 procedure. Vatt's father said, “I hope after the surgery my son will be able to move his fingers normally and use his hand without pain, so he can grow and play like other children.”

Merina is a 33-year-old mother of two children from Uganda. After completing her studies in Midwifery, Merina was unable to secure employment, and is currently volunteering at a health center, hoping to be employed when an opportunity arises. Her husband works as a school security guard. Merina is expecting her third child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section due to a high risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Merina undergo a C-Section on February 17th. This procedure will cost $214, and Merina needs your support. Merina says, "I seek your support as my financial situation makes it hard for me to stand on my own. I pray that this surgery is successful, with a good outcome."

Elian is a 10-month-old baby from Bolivia. He lives with his mom, who is a homemaker; his dad, who is a miner; and his older sister. Elian's parents took him to the doctor when they noticed he was not gaining weight, and they discovered his heart problem. Elian has a cardiac condition called patent ductus arteriosus. A hole exists between two blood vessels next to the heart. This condition prevents Elian's blood from circulating properly, causing him weakness and leaving him at risk of heart failure if the condition is not treated. On January 21st, Elian will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will sew the hole closed so that blood can no longer leak through it. Elian's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Elian's mother shared, "We have traveled a long way, but we are so grateful to be here and to know my baby can have a healthy heart. I would like to thank all the people who are helping my child!"

Princess is a five-year-old girl from Uganda, the youngest of three children in her family. Her father is a small scale farmer, while her mother traveled abroad to work as a housemaid. For the past year, Princess has had an umbilical hernia, a bulge near the belly button caused by abdominal tissue pushing through a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Her father initially sought treatment from several clinics, where Princess was repeatedly prescribed medication for ulcers. Despite this, her pain continued to worsen. She has lost her appetite, significantly lost weight, and even stopped attending school. In an attempt to help her, her father tried local herbal treatments, but these did not improve her condition, leaving him deeply worried. He learned about the Watsi support program through a friend whose wife had previously undergone an emergency cesarean section. He brought Princess to our medical partner's care center, Rwibaale Hospital for a review and once diagnosed, the doctor recommended surgery to relieve her pain and prevent further complications. Fortunately, on January 6th, Princess will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund Princess's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow her to live more comfortably and confidently. Princess's father says, "I hope my daughter will be well soon, go back to school, and interact with her friends. Thank you, donors, God protect you all."