Samuel is a 27-year-old father of two from Kenya. He previously worked as a casual laborer at a milk processing company and was very committed to providing for his family. In 2019, a neighbor asked Samuel for help picking mangoes. He accidentally fell and sustained a spinal injury that led to paralysis. Over time, he was able to move around using a wheelchair, but he could not go back to work. His wife is now the family’s breadwinner, taking on any casual jobs available. On the 24th of January, 2026, Samuel accidentally fell from the bed and landed on his left leg, resulting in a closed fracture. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner can help. On February 16th, Samuel will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. This treatment will prevent complications such as nonunion of the bone, and his situation will become even more difficult, as he may remain permanently bedridden. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,048 to fund this procedure. Samuel shared, "I have waited, but my family is not able to pay the fee for this surgery. I would really appreciate it if helped, so that I can be operated. This will relieve my pain, and at least I can be well enough to move around rather than be in bed throughout."

Daud is 58 years old and a farmer from Malawi. He is a devoted father of seven children and a grandfather caring for four grandchildren under his roof. He lives a simple life centered around maize farming, which serves as the main source of food and income for his extended family. Like many hardworking men in his community, his days are spent in the garden, tending to his crops to ensure his family’s survival. For two years, Daud has had a left inguinal hernia. One day, while working in his field, Daud began to feel a sharp pain in his abdomen. Over time, the pain and discomfort have increased, making it increasingly difficult for him to carry out his daily activities, including farming. Fortunately, on April 9th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery with the help of our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare. Daud is raising $500 to fund the procedure, which will allow him to live more comfortably. Daud said, "Despite the challenges that I'm facing, I remain hopeful that the upcoming surgery will restore my health and allow me to return to my garden, continue supporting my family, and enjoy life with my children and grandchildren once again."

Robinah is a 57-year-old hard-working mother of two children from Uganda. Robinah is a widow, and both she and her adult children work as small-scale farmers in Rukiga District. For years, Robinah has been waking up each morning to tend her food crops, her hands and heart full of commitment and strength to work for her family. Despite her family's low income, Robinah has always worked hard to provide for them. Two years ago, Robinah started experiencing troubling symptoms, which started with abdominal pain. It was nothing sharp or urgent, just a quiet discomfort and occasional spotting. She thought the symptoms would go away, but the pain persisted. Sometimes she would be okay for a while, and then it would come back, even more intense. Robinah decided to seek medical care from a local health center, but was sent home with little more than pain medication. No diagnosis, no answers. Her condition worsened to the point that she could not go to her farm. Providing for the family was left to her children, who also had their own families. Desperate and running out of options, Robinah made her way to Rushoroza Hospital, borrowing transport money from her village cooperative. At Rushoroza Hospital, she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids, non-cancerous tumors that grow in the uterus. Doctors have recommended a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH), a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $319 to fund Robinah's surgery. On March 10th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at Rushoroza Hospital. Once recovered, Robinah will be able to resume her daily activities free of her painful symptoms. Robinah says, "I feel like I have lost my self-esteem. What I wish is to heal, live a healthy life, and continue taking care of myself."