Why We Work In The Republic of the Congo:
The Republic of the Congo, also referred to as Congo-Brazzaville, has a largely urban population with a high dependency on oil exports as a source of income. This economic dependence, in tandem with a long history of political corruption, has left healthcare in the Congo in a fragile state.
Although the maternal mortality rate has dropped by more than 50% over the past 25 years, access to obstetric care remains limited. Many health facilities lack essential equipment and trained staff, while high costs and transportation challenges prevent countless women—especially in emergencies—from receiving the care they need.
What You Help Us Do
We are investing in the following areas to build the Republic of the Congo’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 Republic of the Congo already successfully treating women with fistula—and then work to amplify their efforts.
University Hospital of Brazzaville (CHU-B Hospital)
- Location: Brazzaville
- Partner Since: 2025
Below are funding totals since the start of each partnership.
Current Partners
- University Hospital of Brazzaville (CHU-B Hospital): $43,399