“After surgery I will be able to get back to farming so I can provide for my family again,” says Ruchema, a 36-year-old man from Uganda.
The family that Ruchema supports is large: he and his wife have one girl and four boys. Two are in primary school, while the rest are still too young to attend classes. Ruchema and his wife earn their living by farming, cultivating food both for home consumption and to sell. Their profits from their crops go towards paying their children’s school costs.
For about three years, farming has been very difficult for Ruchema. He has been experiencing pain in his right groin region. His discomfort has increased to a point where painkillers no longer help.
Ruchema was eventually diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, meaning that part of his intestine is pushing outwards through a weak spot in his abdominal wall. In addition to intense pain, this condition can bring fatal risks if left untreated.
Fortunately, Ruchema has been scheduled for hernia repair surgery on October 18. However, he needs your help to pay for it. By raising $249, we can pay not only for his operation, but also for his medications, lab tests, and three-day hospital stay.
Let’s help Ruchema gain back his peace of mind—and his ability to support his children as they begin their education.