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M-PESA Foundation Fistula Camp in Migori County set to benefit 120 women
The camp was organised by the M-PESA Foundation, Flying Doctors’ Society of Africa, Migori County among other partners cost KES 9million.
Over 120 women living with fistula are expected to benefit from free surgeries, screening, and medical advice during a week-long camp at Migori County Referral Hospital.
M-PESA Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Migori County Government, UNFPA, Flying Doctors’ Society of Africa, among other partners, organised the free fistula camp that will run until 2nd October, invested KES 9 million.
M-PESA Foundation Fistula Camp in Migori County set to benefit 120 women
“Since 2021, we have restored the dignity of more than 1,000 women living with fistula through treatment and free reconstructive surgeries. We strongly urge more women to get screened and take advantage of these medical camps for free surgeries,” said Nicholas Ng’ang’a, M-Pesa Foundation Chairman.
The Foundation aims to impact at least 1000 women by the end of this year as it affirms its efforts to restore dignity in the community. In addition to direct medical intervention, the M-PESA Foundation is working on upgrading hospitals and healthcare facilities to better monitor and treat fistula cases promptly, therefore ultimately reducing the prevalence of fistula.
“Female Genital Fistula is a human rights concern impacting the most vulnerable. At the Flying Doctors’ Society of Africa, we address the socio-economic, cultural, and mental health factors perpetuating this condition. By collaborating with our partners, communities, and governments, we aim to break the cycle of Female Genital Fistula. Let us unite to eliminate obstetric fistula and restore hope and dignity to women across Africa,” remarked Tanya Nduati, CEO of the Flying Doctors’ Society of Africa.
As part of its efforts to support maternal and child health, M-Pesa Foundation will also distribute Mama Packs to new mothers at Nyamira County Referral Hospital and Kimaiti Dispensary in Bungoma County.
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