Every morning, Francois Tounamou wakes up at 5.30am and spends more than two hours travelling to the Gamal Abdel Nasser University dental school in Guinea. He gets to the clinic early and leaves late, sometimes hours after the class is scheduled to end. In his...
Ly Cheick, a 24-year-old Guinean student, had a bright future ahead of him. However, he had one health problem — one that was getting worse over time. He had noticed a bump growing in his mouth that was becoming more and more visible. In 2020, after...
This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating just a few of the women who, despite overwhelming odds, have held onto hope that a brighter future is possible for their families. Many of the stories of transformation begin the same way, with a woman who refuses to accept...
Our Heroes of Healthcare series features incredible medical professionals spanning the continent of Africa. From Benin’s first Reconstructive surgeon to an inspiring biomedical engineer technician, this series highlights the outstanding men and women who are changing the healthcare landscape in their countries. Today, we bring you...
We are pleased to announce that the Africa Mercy has arrived at the Port of Conakry to start its fourth field service in the nation of Guinea. The ship sailed in to Conakry to the sound of singing, drums and an arrival ceremony and was met by the...