Why We Work In Central African Republic:
The Central African Republic has been deeply affected by decades of coups, civil war, and political instability. Outside the capital city of Bangui, modern healthcare facilities are virtually nonexistent due to destroyed or underdeveloped infrastructure and limited transportation networks. As a result, very few women can access maternal health care—especially in times of emergency.
With more than 90% of the population living in poverty and a severe shortage of trained healthcare providers, the country faces one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the world—1 in 24—and a significant burden of obstetric fistula. By providing free surgeries and strengthening surgical capacity in the region, we can help ensure that no woman is left to suffer needlessly.
What You Help Us Do
We are investing in the following areas to build Central African Republic’s in-country medical services and provide life-transforming surgery to as many women as possible:
Meet Our Partners
We identify local surgical teams in the Central African Republic already successfully treating women with fistula—and then work to amplify their efforts.
Mukwege Foundation
- Location: Bangui
- Partner Since: 2025
Below are funding totals since the start of each partnership.
Current Partners
- Mukwege Foundation: $91,310