Heavy rains are not unusual in Congo. But last night was so heavy, that this is what we found in the morning. Water entered everywhere in the hospital and caused a lot of damage. Right now everyone is still in shock. We are documenting and compiling information to assess the damage. So far the following […]
Viviane fought for the women survivors of rape at HEAL Africa. The HEAL Africa family grieves the recent loss of Madame Viviane Luhindi Kawanza. On Sunday, March 20, 2016, Madame Viviane died during childbirth, near her home, at Kyeshero Hospital. Viviane grew up and attended schools in Goma. In 2005, she received her law degree […]
“I am excited about joining the team at HEAL Africa, as it continues to offer help, hope, and healing to the eastern region of the Congo. God has truly blessed the courage, faith, and vision of those working in one of the most challenging places on earth. It is an honor to join the effort!” […]
“Rape is a weapon even more powerful than a bomb or a bullet, At least with a bullet, you die. But if you have been raped, you appear to the community like someone who is cursed. After rape, no one will talk to you; no man will see you. It’s a living death.” In conflict, […]
Our staff is intentional when it comes to raising the status of women. So it is no surprise that International Women’s Day is celebrated and well attended. In addition to dressing in solidarity, food, dancing, music, and an educational component to the event are usually involved. This year Dr. Eugénie KAMABU, fourth year Resident Doctor, gave a presentation […]
The women pictured above, most of whom are victims of sexual and gender-based violence (SGVB), greet funding partners (of SGVB) to the HEAL Africa compound. I went home with my baby, but one month later… I could no longer walk easily, nor complete my household work. That was the beginning of my illness, and since then […]
2014 annual report HEAL AFRICA ANNUAL REPORT 2014 [ENGLISH]
Many of the children wandering in the village have lost their parents either to the war or AIDS/HIV. Now the grandmothers have taken on a new role: becoming mothers again. http://eepurl.com/bmC9Wb
Over the winter, HEAL Africa has remained busy–conducting medical outreach for fistula, and working with communities to provide rehabilitation for those with disabilities. In this newsletter, Dr. Justin Paluku also writes about HEAL Africa’s transformational approach to medicine. Read more by following this link: http://eepurl.com/bfT2Dn