Celebrating 30 years of partnership
– and looking ahead to the future

The arrival of the Global Mercy signifies a new era for the partnership between Mercy Ships and Africa. But she’s just one piece of a larger movement toward safer surgery across the continent.

Drawing on the data gathered and analyzed at the International Symposium, representatives from several African nations met on board the Global Mercy to adopt the Dakar Declaration. The document, a commitment to key improvements in surgical, obstetric, and anesthetic systems across the continent by 2030, was based on input from 29 African nations.

Amid all these historic moments, the shared vision of Mercy Ships and its African partners shone through: A future of safe and accessible surgery, led by the African people. Mercy Ships stands ready to support them with a two-ship fleet, doubled capacity for direct surgical care, and doubled capacity for training and building up local surgical systems.

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The Africa Mercy is in Dakar, Senegal!

After sailing from Senegal in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mercy Ships is overjoyed to announce the return of our fleet as of February 1st, 2022. The volunteer professionals of Mercy Ships are honored to partner with Senegal’s Ministry of Health by offering immediate surgical intervention aboard our ships. Together, we will share resources and training to build Senegal’s capacity and assist the Minister of Health to strengthen a dynamic national surgical plan.

Through our previous visit and ongoing work in Senegal, we know the existing healthcare system is filled with dedicated professionals who wish to serve their patients with the highest quality of care possible. Mercy Ships is excited to have returned with our vessels and continue elevating the standard of healthcare even higher.

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Safe Surgery by 2030: African Leaders Commit to the Dakar Declaration

The arrival of the Global Mercy signifies a new era for the partnership between Mercy Ships and Africa. But she’s just one piece of a larger movement toward safer surgery across the continent.

Drawing on the data gathered and analyzed at the International Symposium, representatives from several African nations met on board the Global Mercy to adopt the Dakar Declaration. The document, a commitment to key improvements in surgical, obstetric, and anesthetic systems across the continent by 2030, was based on input from 29 African nations.

Amid all these historic moments, the shared vision of Mercy Ships and its African partners shone through: A future of safe and accessible surgery, led by the African people. Mercy Ships stands ready to support them with a two-ship fleet, doubled capacity for direct surgical care, and doubled capacity for training and building up local surgical systems.

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“…an extraordinary group of people from around the world who exemplify a unique expression of compassion…”

Nelson MandelaFormer President South Africa

“Mercy Ships has shown great compassion on the Liberian people. I wish to thank all the volunteers on the ship who come from all over the world for their sacrifice and the comfort they have given…”

Ellen Johnson SirleafFormer President Liberia

“I know I speak on the behalf of many, many millions of people when I say thank you very much to all of you for your dedication, for your caring…”

Desmond TutuNobel Peace Laureate South Africa

“…an extraordinary group of people from around the world who exemplify a unique expression of compassion…”

Nelson MandelaFormer President South Africa

“Mercy Ships has shown great compassion on the Liberian people. I wish to thank all the volunteers on the ship who come from all over the world for their sacrifice and the comfort they have given…”

Ellen Johnson SirleafFormer President Liberia

“I know I speak on the behalf of many, many millions of people when I say thank you very much to all of you for your dedication, for your caring…”

Desmond TutuNobel Peace Laureate South Africa

The Africa Mercy is in Dakar, Senegal!

After sailing from Senegal in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mercy Ships is overjoyed to announce the return of our fleet as of February 1st, 2022. The volunteer professionals of Mercy Ships are honored to partner with Senegal’s Ministry of Health by offering immediate surgical intervention aboard our ships. Together, we will share resources and training to build Senegal’s capacity and assist the Minister of Health to strengthen a dynamic national surgical plan.

Through our previous visit and ongoing work in Senegal, we know the existing healthcare system is filled with dedicated professionals who wish to serve their patients with the highest quality of care possible. Mercy Ships is excited to have returned with our vessels and continue elevating the standard of healthcare even higher.

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We believe that access to surgical care
is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

The Work

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Patients

Volunteers

We believe that access to surgical care
is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

The Work

Patients

Volunteers

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We are excited to share our story with you. We believe that a successful collaboration is based on mutual trust. By being transparent with local media and organizations and inviting them to learn more about our mission, we hope to build strong partnerships that will help us achieve our goals.

For this purpose, we have selected for you the most important facts and figures about Mercy Ships.

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We are excited to share our story with you. We believe that a successful collaboration is based on mutual trust. By being transparent with local media and organizations and inviting them to learn more about our mission, we hope to build strong partnerships that will help us achieve our goals.

For this purpose, we have selected for you the most important facts and figures about Mercy Ships.

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Frequently Asked Questions

I, or someone I know, needs surgery. What should I do?

Our hospital ships each visit one country at a time for an average term of 10 months. To learn more about our different surgeries, please go here.

If you do not live in the host country, please stay tuned by visiting our website: mercyships.africa to find out the next destination of our hospital ships.

How do I make an appointment?

Thank you for your interest in Mercy Ships. Please note that we do not accept any new referrals from patients at this time. But please stay tuned on mercyships.africa to find out when the patient selection will reopen.

Where are your hospital ships currently?

Mercy Ships is invited by and works together with governments in Africa to serve their people. The Africa Mercy is currently in Senegal until November 2022. The Global Mercy is completing its final outfitting stages in Europe and will begin her first full field service in Senegal in early 2023.

When will you come to my country?

The best way to find out which countries Mercy Ships will serve next is by staying tuned on mercyships.africa.

I want to volunteer, what do I need to do?

Thank you for your interest in volunteering! Please visit mercyships.africa/volunteer to find out more information and learn how to apply.

We’d Love to Hear from You

Join us as we seek to change access to safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care across Africa.

Name*
First Last
Email*
Company/Organization*
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Subject*
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This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Frequently Asked Questions

I, or someone I know, needs surgery. What should I do?

Our hospital ships each visit one country at a time for an average term of 10 months. To learn more about our different surgeries, please go here.

If you do not live in the host country, please stay tuned by visiting our website: mercyships.africa to find out the next destination of our hospital ships.

How do I make an appointment?

Thank you for your interest in Mercy Ships. Please note that we do not accept any new referrals from patients at this time. But please stay tuned on mercyships.africa to find out when the patient selection will reopen.

Where are your hospital ships currently?

Mercy Ships is invited by and works together with governments in Africa to serve their people. The Africa Mercy is currently in Senegal until November 2022. The Global Mercy is completing its final outfitting stages in Europe and will begin her first full field service in Senegal in early 2023.

When will you come to my country?

The best way to find out which countries Mercy Ships will serve next is by staying tuned on mercyships.africa.

I want to volunteer, what do I need to do?

Thank you for your interest in volunteering! Please visit mercyships.africa/volunteer to find out more information and learn how to apply.

We’d Love to Hear from You

Join us as we seek to change access to safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care across Africa.

Name*
First Last
Email*
Company/Organization*
Country*
Subject*
Message*
CAPTCHA
Email
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Please be aware, we’re not taking any referrals through this form. Referrals through messages or email will not be received. Any other message we will try to respond to ASAP.

Celebrating 30 years of partnership
– and looking ahead to the future

Celebrating 30 years of partnership – and looking ahead to the future

Double the Hope.

Double the Impact.

Mercy Ships Africa

Delivering life changing surgeries and sustainable healthcare for those who need it most.

Mercy Ships Africa

Delivering life changing surgeries and sustainable healthcare for those who need it most.

Mercy Ships Africa

Building the future of safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care in Africa

Mercy Ships Africa

Building the future of safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care in Africa

Safe Surgery by 2030: African Leaders Commit to the Dakar Declaration

The Africa Mercy is in Dakar, Senegal!

Safe Surgery by 2030: African Leaders Commit to the Dakar Declaration

“…an extraordinary group of people from around the world who exemplify a unique expression of compassion…”

“Mercy Ships has shown great compassion on the Liberian people. I wish to thank all the volunteers on the ship who come from all over the world for their sacrifice and the comfort they have given…”

“I know I speak on the behalf of many, many millions of people when I say thank you very much to all of you for your dedication, for your caring…”

“…an extraordinary group of people from around the world who exemplify a unique expression of compassion…”

“Mercy Ships has shown great compassion on the Liberian people. I wish to thank all the volunteers on the ship who come from all over the world for their sacrifice and the comfort they have given…”

“I know I speak on the behalf of many, many millions of people when I say thank you very much to all of you for your dedication, for your caring…”

The Africa Mercy is in Dakar, Senegal!

We believe that access to surgical care
is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

We believe that access to surgical care
is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

Ask Us Anything

Get in Touch

Ask Us Anything

Get in Touch

Frequently Asked Questions

We’d Love to Hear from You

Join us as we seek to change access to safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care across Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’d Love to Hear from You

Join us as we seek to change access to safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care across Africa.

Useful

Africa Bureau

Useful

Africa Bureau

Celebrating 30 years of partnership – and looking ahead to the future

Celebrating 30 years of partnership – and looking ahead to the future

Double the Hope.

Double the Impact.

Mercy Ships Africa

Delivering life changing surgeries and sustainable healthcare for those who need it most.

Mercy Ships Africa

Delivering life changing surgeries and sustainable healthcare for those who need it most.

Mercy Ships Africa

Building the future of safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care in Africa

Mercy Ships Africa

Building the future of safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care in Africa

Safe Surgery by 2030: African Leaders Commit to the Dakar Declaration

The Africa Mercy is in Dakar, Senegal!

Safe Surgery by 2030: African Leaders Commit to the Dakar Declaration

“…an extraordinary group of people from around the world who exemplify a unique expression of compassion…”

“Mercy Ships has shown great compassion on the Liberian people. I wish to thank all the volunteers on the ship who come from all over the world for their sacrifice and the comfort they have given…”

“I know I speak on the behalf of many, many millions of people when I say thank you very much to all of you for your dedication, for your caring…”

“…an extraordinary group of people from around the world who exemplify a unique expression of compassion…”

“Mercy Ships has shown great compassion on the Liberian people. I wish to thank all the volunteers on the ship who come from all over the world for their sacrifice and the comfort they have given…”

“I know I speak on the behalf of many, many millions of people when I say thank you very much to all of you for your dedication, for your caring…”

The Africa Mercy is in Dakar, Senegal!

We believe that access to surgical care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

We believe that access to surgical care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

Ask Us Anything

Get in Touch

Ask Us Anything

Get in Touch

Frequently Asked Questions

We’d Love to Hear from You

Join us as we seek to change access to safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care across Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

We’d Love to Hear from You

Join us as we seek to change access to safe surgical, obstetric and anaesthetic care across Africa.

Useful

Africa Bureau

Useful

Africa Bureau

Celebrating 30 years of partnership
– and looking ahead to the future

We believe that access to surgical care
is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.

We believe that access to surgical care
is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.