Meet Lawrence, a 16-year old boy from Kenya. “Lawrence is the second born in a family of five children,” shares our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF). “He is in form one and very eager to learn. His mother and father are peasant farmers.” Lawrence recently slipped and fell on some rocks on the road while out to buy milk, breaking his left arm. “Lawrence was brought to hospital and an x-ray taken showed he had a lower 1/3 fracture of his radius,” explains AMHF. “The doctor suggests an ORIF (open reduction and internal fixation) to repair the bone. Lawrence was supposed to go back to school this week, but he can't because of his injury.” For $1,125, we can fund surgery that will “repair Lawrence's bone, enabling it to heal well,” says AMHF. “Lawrence shall regain use of his left hand, and in time, go back to school.” The cost of the surgery includes lab, medical, hospital, and surgical costs. “I hope Watsi will help my son so that he can be well again to continue with his studies,” says Lawrence’s mother. “He is a very bright boy and the hope of our family. I am sorry to see him in this great pain.”

“Her mother thinks that she is the cutest baby girl in the world, but she is extremely worried that she may lose her from this condition,” our partners at African Mission Healthcare Foundation explain. This is Tikidem, a five-month-old baby girl from Ethiopia. Tikidem was born with Hirschprung’s disease, a condition that makes passing stool difficult due to intestinal abnormalities. She underwent colostomy surgery as a newborn, and has been using it to pass stool since then. This puts her at risk of infection, and will affect her social life as she grows up. Tikidem is in need of surgery that will repair her large intestine and allow her to digest and pass food properly, without risk of infection. Her parents are unable to afford the treatment she needs. For $1,500, Tikidem can receive surgery to allow her to grow and develop healthily. Let's help fund it!

“My wish is to see my baby sister able to walk properly like the rest of us, so that when she gets an opportunity to go to school she will not be limited by the condition of her legs,” shares Paulina’s brother. Paulina is a quiet, three-year-old girl who likes to play with her dolls and hum songs. The fourth of five children, Paulina lives with her parents and siblings in Tanzania. After her father experienced some mental health issues, Paulina’s oldest brother had to step in and support the family by working as a guard at the local school. The wages he earns provide for the family’s necessities, but the family cannot afford medical treatment for conditions like Paulina’s bilateral genu valgus. “Paulina knocks her knees when walking, causing her to feel pain and failing to walk or run as fast as she wishes,” explain our medical partners at African Mission Healthcare Foundation. “If not treated, Paulina will be at high risk of developing osteoarthritis of the knees at an early age.” For $940 we can fund proper corrective treatment and follow-up care for Paulina’s legs, which will help to improve her gait and decrease the risk of developing osteoarthritis in her knees. Let’s help Paulina enjoy an active childhood and make her brother’s wishes for Paulina to have a school experience free from physical limitations come true!

Sakakda is a four-year-old boy who loves to play with toys and drink soy milk. He was born with a rare type of birthmark that needs to be removed to prevent progression into cancer. His parents work as farmers, and did not seek treatment earlier because of their meager income. They're excited that Sakakda will be able to get the care he needs thanks to Watsi's partnership with CSC, our hospital partner in Cambodia. For $225, Sakakda’s birthmark will be removed, preventing more serious developments. He will be able to finish his year in kindergarten happy and healthy. Let's make it happen for him!

Yohannes is a seven-year-old boy living in Ethiopia. Due to severe abdominal swelling and inflammation, he is unable to pass urine and is very prone to infection. Our medical partner has diagnosed Yohannes with bilateral ureteric obstruction, a blockage at the junction of the urethra and the kidneys. This painful condition can lead to kidney failure and even death if left untreated. Yohannes is the only child of his aging mother. His father has three other wives and is the sole breadwinner of his big family. After paying for a previous surgery for Yohannes, his father cannot afford to pay for the additional treatment that Yohannes needs. For only $1,000, we can fund a major surgery for Yohannes which will restore urine flow from his kidneys to his urethra. The cost will also include medication and hospitalization before and after the procedure. “I want my only child to live and have a good life" said Yohannes' mother. With your support, we can let Yohannes live a pain-free life and help make his mother's hopes a reality!