Obstetric Fistula: UNFPA Strengthens Treatment Capacity at HEAL Africa Hospital

Posted on June 15, 2026 in On The Ground by Christian Erickson

As part of the 14th International Day to End Obstetric Fistula (IDEOF 2026), HEAL Africa hospital in Goma welcomed a UNFPA delegation on May 29, 2026, reaffirming the agency’s commitment to supporting women affected by this devastating yet often overlooked condition. The highlight of the visit was the donation of two complete obstetric fistula repair […]

Goma, HEAL Africa Hospital: Ebola Patient Recovery Marks a Victory for Response Teams

Posted on June 9, 2026 in On The Ground by Christian Erickson

“Since we recorded the Ebola case, we have never left the hospital.” With these words, Serge Bwenge, nurse and leader of the Ebola response team at HEAL Africa hospital, summarizes almost three weeks of intense mobilization that followed the confirmation of the only Ebola case recently recorded in Goma. On June 3, this collective effort […]