14 Finish Clinical Pastoral Training
Today 7 men and 7 women fulfilled their Clinical Pastoral Training (CPT) at HEAL Africa. With the persistent and pervasive conflict in the eastern DRC, the need for therapy and counseling to address the trauma experienced by many of the region’s population is critical. This is good news for many of the patients at […]
A Farewell from David and Heather
During HEAL Africa’s early years, founders Lyn and Jo Lusi needed an expert in healthcare administration to help guide them. They met David Kelly from Australia, who invested his time to mentor staff, while Heather found ways to step in where there was a need. She used her teaching skills. Over the years they continued […]
Dr. Cathy, The First Female Obstetrician/Gynecologist in North Kivu
Dr. MUFUNGIZI FURAHA Cathy, affectionately called Dr. Cathy by her colleagues, is back from Cotonou, Benin, where she spent the last 4 years specializing in obstetrics-gynecology. Dr. Cathy’s new credentials make her the only female Obstetrician and Gynecologist in North-Kivu province. As a woman, I knew that I wanted to understand women’s problems […]
Two Legendary Doctors – Dr Neil Wetzig and Dr Jo Lusi
Advancing healthcare in the developing world Aussie Surgeon Dr Neil Wetzig and his African Congolese medical colleague Dr Jo Lusi have given an insight on medical challenges in the developing world. Dr Neil Wetzig closed his successful medical practice in Australia to focus on transforming the medical system in the African nation of Democratic Republic […]
“Leave No One Behind: Let’s Engage To End Obstetric Fistula”
Every year, the International Day to End Obstetric Fistula is celebrated worldwide on Wednesday, 23 May. Every year HEAL Africa participates, operating on a different theme, yet with the same determination: to bring aware awareness to a condition of the poor and to give hope to every woman who suffers from the condition. This […]
We LOVE and NEED our NURSES!
In honor of the WHO’s International Nurse’s Day, May 12, we thought we would feature 12 nurses who have received training at HEAL Africa, in partnership with Global Strategies.
A Day for Women
Because of the General Assembly meeting, celebrating International Women’s Day, March 8, had to be postponed to March 11. All the games, laughter, food, music, and conversations were held at Maji Matulivu. Attendees included staff and patients who were able to make it. Dr. Eugenie talked about stress management. Dr. Marlene talks about […]
More Neonatal Training Means More Babies Live!
20 Trained in Neonatal Care The infrastructure to provide sufficient health care in DRC has been a growing challenge for decades. Being in perpetual crisis has not helped the situation. Some of the challenges we confront in DR Congo include the high demand for care, limited opportunities and resources to train locals, and […]
HEAL Africa USA EARNS COVETED 4-STAR RATING FROM CHARITY NAVIGATOR
we have BIG NEWS! (HEAL Africa USA, March 01, 2018) – HEAL Africa USA’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. This is the first time that HEAL Africa USA has earned this top distinction. Since […]
Love at HEAL Africa
Well, it’s that time of year…Valentine’s Day! It might be difficult for some of our friends outside of Congo, to imagine such a holiday celebrated in our country. But it’s true. The love holiday is celebrated by families, friends, and lovers, too! Many will go to restaurants or a fun day out. Black, red and pink colors […]