African Mission Healthcare
africanmissionhealthcare.org/
MISSION

African Mission Healthcare is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality, compassionate healthcare to the hurting and forgotten across Sub-Saharan Africa. They are also dedicated to contributing to an improving health system throughout the continent.

AMH actively operates across 11 African countries. Treatments funded through AMH are provided at various hospitals in Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Malawi amongst other care centres in other countries.

AMH’s work has been noted for being rooted in values of sustainability, efficiency, accountability, and commitment to the poor. More information about AMH can be found on its website.

IMPACT
11,282
Patients
16
Countries
14,466
Donors
Patients at African Mission Healthcare

Catherine is a 38-year-old woman from Malawi. She was born into a family of six children, but tragically, both her parents passed away. Catherine presently works as a sales representative and lives alone, but has two dependents: one in secondary school and the other in primary school. Four years ago, Catherine began to experience troubling symptoms, including a swelling and pain in the neck. More recently, the pain has worsened, affecting both her shoulders which is greatly impacting her well-being. She sought medical attention at a local hospital where different tests were done. She was diagnosed with a goiter and was scheduled for surgery. In the waiting period, Catherine was advised by a friend to seek medical treatment at our partner care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center (PIH). On April 22nd, she was reviewed at PIH and the goiter diagnosis was confirmed. The surgeon recommended a thyroidectomy, a surgical procedure involving the removal of part or all of the thyroid gland. However, Catherine is unable to afford the surgical treatment costs. Fortunately, our medical partner African Mission Healthcare, is helping Catherine receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on May 7th to relieve the pain and swelling, and prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Now, Catherine needs help to fund this $1,015 procedure. Catherine says: "Facing the hurdles of life alone has not dimmed my determination. Despite the challenges, I am hopeful that I will overcome this obstacle and I am committed to providing for my dependents. With the upcoming surgery, I see a path back to normalcy, where I can excel in my role as a sales representative and confidently pursue my goals once more."

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Rosemary is a mother of five children. She lives with her husband, their two youngest children, and 6 grandchildren. Rosemary enjoys chatting with her grandchildren and eating nsima, a porridge made from maize flour and served with local chicken and vegetables. Five years ago, Rosemary started experiencing swelling near her abdomen After visits to different hospitals and clinics, she was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia and was recommended to have surgery. Her symptoms worsened as she delayed treatment and was diagnosed with a hiatal hernia, a condition that occurs when part of the stomach protrudes up into the chest through the diaphragm because of the weakening of surrounding tissues. Rosemary could no longer walk long distances and was experiencing frequent vomiting, loss of appetite, weight loss, heartburn, discomfort, and pain in her chest and abdomen. Rosemary can hardly do anything at home due to worsening pains during activities that add more pressure to the painful area. Rosemary was later taken to Partners in Hope Medical Center and doctors explained the need for a surgical intervention called Laparoscopic Nissen Fundoplication, a surgery that treats Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GORD). In GORD, acid from the stomach leaks up into the esophagus (gullet) due to the weakness of the lower esophageal sphincter which leads to failure to close properly. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. On May 7th, Rosemary will undergo surgery that will help relieve her of her symptoms and improve her quality of life. AMH is requesting $1,244 to fund this procedure. Rosemary said, “I can now smile again and look forward to a successful surgery, for me to be well again.”

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Dinala is a father of three children from Malawi. Dinala lives in his brother’s house with his family. Dinala and his wife take on small jobs in their neighbors' homes whenever they can. In 2022, Dinala was diagnosed with a right inguinal hernia. He had been experiencing swelling and pain for over ten years without seeking treatment. When it got worse, he visited a hospital where he was scheduled for surgery in July 2024. Due to the severity of his condition, he could not wait and decided to seek help at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center (PIH). The condition causes him pain and discomfort. He is unable to concentrate on his work. Fortunately, on May 16th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at PIH. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $575 to fund Dinala's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Dinala said, “I can’t wait to be well for me to resume my work."

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Dorothy is a farmer from Uganda. She is married with two children. She farms for a living, growing food crops for home consumption and selling the surplus to generate an income for the family. Her husband is employed in the boda-boda motorcycle taxi business. In 2022, Dorothy gave birth to her third child who was stillborn. She is currently expecting and doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Dorothy undergo a caesarian section on May 15th. This procedure will cost $252 and Dorothy needs your support. Dorothy says, “I kindly request that you have mercy on me. Help me with my delivery because I don't know where else I can get money to pay for my surgery.”

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Nyaduel is a 51-year-old woman from Ethiopia. She is a refugee and stays at Kakuma refugee camp in Kenya. She is not employed and depends on donations at the refugee camp. She is married and a mother of six children, who are educated by relief agencies at the camp. Over three years ago, Nyaduel began to experience abdominal and back pain that worsened over time. A family member advised her to seek medical treatment. Nyaduel was diagnosed with cholelithiasis or stones in her gallbladder. If not treated, Nyaduel will continue to have pain and may have complications like bile duct obstruction. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $788 to fund Nyaduel's surgery. On May 20th, she will undergo gallbladder removal surgery at Nazareth Hospital. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully greatly improve her quality of life. Nyaduel shared, “I have endured a lot of pain. I hope to get help so that I can be treated and at least continue serving my family, despite where we are.”

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Emmanuel is a farmer from Malawi. He and his wife have six children and six grandchildren. To support his family, Emmanuel engages in farming of maize and tobacco. Four years ago, Emmanuel started experiencing troubling symptoms including difficulties in passing urine and stool. Emmanuel was diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia and was recommended to undergo an open prostatectomy surgery. A prostatectomy is a surgery to remove part or all of the prostate. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $530 to fund this procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place at their care center, Nkhoma Hospital, on May 23rd. Once completed, it will hopefully improve Emmanuel's quality of life. Emmanuel says, "I’m looking forward to getting better soon.”

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Chris is a farmer from Malawi. He has five children all of whom are living away from home. Chris lives with his wife and they both engage in farming maize to earn a living. One year ago, Chris started experiencing an inability to pass urine. He is unable to walk and carry out his daily activities. Chris was diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia. Physicians at our medical partner's care center, Nkhoma Hospital, determined that Chris should undergo a prostatectomy where surgeons will remove part or all of the prostate. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $530 to fund this procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place at Nkhoma Hospital on May 23rd and, once completed, it will hopefully improve Chris's quality of life. Chris says, "I am looking forward to feeling better after the treatment.”

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Naylah is a three-year-old girl from Tanzania. She is the fourth child in a family of five children. She has a twin and they are very close to each other. Naylah and her four siblings are raised by a single mother as their father abandoned them. She has found a means to earn a living by cooking and selling fried fish by the roadside. However, the money she makes is not enough to cover all their expenses. Naylah was diagnosed with bilateral genu varus. Her legs began bowing outward, impacting her mobility. Several factors could cause this condition, such as growth disorders, vitamin deficiencies, or excessive fluoride found in contaminated drinking water. As a result, Naylah feels pain while walking and gets tired easily, spending less time playing with her siblings. Her mother is unable to find treatment for her due to their financial situation. A well-wisher who saw Naylah informed them about our medical partner's care center, Kafika House, where they can seek treatment for free. He also provided transportation money to get to the facility. Doctors examined Naylah and determined they can provide surgery and care for her. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $880 to fund corrective surgery and treatment for Naylah at Kafika House. The procedure is scheduled to take place on May 28th. The treatment will hopefully restore Naylah's mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of future complications. Naylah’s mother says: “I hope my daughter gets treatment. It will be good for Naylah and her twin to grow older enjoying life together. I hope this treatment will make her legs better.”

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Amare is a 14-year-old teenage boy from Ethiopia. He loves playing with his friends and making things, such as a Tuk-tuk and a mobile toy made of metal wire and wood. He enjoys studying, reading books, and helping his mom at home by cleaning, making stew, and brewing coffee. Amare is the third child of his parents. His mother lost ten children, some during pregnancy and others after birth. She was heartbroken when she conceived Amare, fearing he might not survive. Amare’s parents are traditional farmers who harvest once a year due to seasonal rainfall. Without a nearby river, they cannot irrigate their fields and must travel thirty minutes to fetch spring water for drinking and cooking. Amare was born with Bladder Exstrophy, a condition where the bladder and parts around it are inside out. He underwent a Mainz pouch procedure, funded by the Watsi program, and recovered. Because of this condition, Amare's abdominal walls have weakened causing the development of a right inguinal hernia. He is in discomfort and pain. He is unable to eat well and has difficulty running and walking. This has also affected his psychological and social well-being. Fortunately, on May 30th, Amare will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $512 to fund Amare's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Amare's mother shared, “I hope with this surgery, he will become healthy and strong and free of any complications. I sometimes think this program is here just for me because I didn’t have any other hope. The hospitals I went to before couldn’t treat it. I was hopeless. I am grateful to the donors, and I trust he will completely heal from his current condition.”

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Ashley is a three-year-old boy from Malawi. He is an only child and lives with his single mother. Ashley's mother sold second hand clothes to support their family, but is no longer able to continue to run her business. Fortunately, Ashley's aunt is able to help support their family during this time. Ashley enjoys eating chicken and chips. Ashley started experiencing pains and frequent episodes of swelling around the umbilical area. Ashley's mother bought various pain medications but was never able to bring him to the hospital. In May this year, Ashley finally went to our medical partner's care center where he was diagnosed with a reducible umbilical hernia, a condition where the intestines protrude through the abdominal muscles by the belly button. On June 4th, Ashley will undergo hernia repair surgery at Partners in Hope Medical Center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $575 to fund the remaining cost of Ashley's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Ashley's mother said, “I can’t wait to see my child well again after surgery.”

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Maria is a 67-year-old mother and retired policewoman from Malawi. She has five children, four sons, all with families of their own, and one daughter who just completed college. She lost her husband in 2008. She retired from the police service in 2022 but she is yet to receive her retirement package. Maria currently receives financial support from her sister. In her free time, she enjoys chatting with friends and enjoys eating nsima, a traditional porridge dish, served with beans. Forty five years ago, Maria began to experience troubling symptoms, including swelling in the neck, difficulty swallowing, loss of voice, an inability to carry items on her head, and choking at night. She has been to the hospital several times where tests were done. Maria was diagnosed with a goiter, which is the enlargement of the thyroid gland, which produces essential hormones for growth, metabolism, and other bodily functions. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help! Maria will undergo a thyroidectomy on June 4th. During this procedure, surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland and our medical partner is requesting $1,015 to fund this procedure. Maria said, “I have hope that I will get better after an operation and I am now ready for anything, my symptoms are overwhelming, and I can’t continue staying like this forever.”

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Esther is a 61-year-old widow from Malawi. She has three children. Esther runs a small business selling popcorn. Esther Likes praying and enjoys eating rice served with local chicken. In 2019, Esther began to experience troubling symptoms, including a neck swelling that was hard to the touch. She went to a nearby hospital where she was diagnosed with a goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is the gland located in front of your neck and produces thyroid hormones. These hormones are responsible for functions such as metabolism, growth, and other bodily functions. As time passed, the goiter became bigger, causing breathlessness, frequent choking, especially at night when sleeping, neck pains and heaviness, and the inability to walk long distances and carry items on her head. Esther's symptoms have impacted her daily activities and she no longer has the energy to do her business. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Esther receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on June 4th, where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $1,015 and she and her family need help raising money. Esther said, “I want to be healthy and I hope I will get better. I am patiently waiting for the day I receive surgery.”

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