"I have pain that deprives me from my happiness," shares 55-year-old Tigaita. Three years ago, Tigaita developed a painful swelling in her lower abdomen. She also experienced backaches and stomachaches, and she became unable to bend, do laundry, or dig. She visited a hospital, where she was diagnosed with an incisional sub-umbilical hernia and was advised to have surgery. Tigaita knew she could not afford healthcare, so she returned home. Finally, she visited our medical partner's care center, Holy Family Virika Hospital. She underwent a hernia repair surgery on November 9. Tigaita and her husband work as farmers and have ten children. They cannot afford her treatment. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $249 in funding, which covers all medical expenses and three nights in the hospital. After recovery, Tigaita hopes to continue farming to support her children's education. Tigaita is extremely grateful to Watsi donors. She participated in a ten-day prayer intention, during which she prayed for God's blessing upon everyone who gives support.

Natani is a 60-year-old farmer from a village in Malawi. He and his wife have eight children and nine grandchildren. They both work on their farm. Natani also enjoys tending a small garden behind their home. One year ago, Natani began to experience urinary dysfunction. His symptoms have only grown more severe over time. On December 6, Natani underwent prostate surgery. Our medical partner, World Altering Medicine, is requesting $726 in funding. After recovery, he will return to his farm and family in good health. "I was the first in my family to accept that I need surgery," Natani says. "Now they are all happy that I will be living a free life."

James is a 50-year-old man from Kenya. Last year, he was in a road traffic accident that left him with a broken right leg. He received first aid at a local hospital but could not afford to pay for surgery. Since then, James walked on crutches and experienced severe pain in his leg. He was unable to continue working as a stone layer. Unfortunately, James's wife and family members have passed away. He was supported by community members who learned of his condition from the community chief. Recently, the chief brought James to our medical partner's hospital. There, he underwent surgery on November 28. He needs help to fund this $1,451 procedure. James is optimistic about his future. "I hope to work again," he says, "and maybe start another family."

Liness is a 12-year-old girl with “knock knees.” If left untreated, Liness will never be able to walk normally or live an active life. Fortunately, doctors at CURE’s hospital in Zambia can perform surgery to correct Liness’ condition. They’re confident that with treatment, Liness will be able to live a normal, healthy life. Liness’ parents passed away when she was 3-years-old. She was taken in by her aunt, and she started complaining of pain in her knees soon after. A local clinic gave her only painkillers. Slowly, her knees started growing inward, signaling a more serious condition. Liness’ aunt didn’t know how to deal with her neice’s health problems, and Liness eventually became so ashamed of her condition that she quit school. After dealing with this issue for so long, Liness is happy to hear that she can be cured. We look forward to funding her treatment and letting her get back to living life.