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globalbranding2025-06-16 14:00:042025-06-16 15:56:02Next Chapter in Transformative Surgical Care as Mercy Ships and Ministry of Health Prepare for August ReturnWelcome to the Mercy Ships Africa Media Page
Mercy Ships is pleased to share our stories of hope and healing with the world. Journalists and other members of the media can access our press releases, and other assets below.
If you require additional information images, video downloads, or assets, contact the media team:
Diane Rickard
International Media Relations Manager, Mercy Ships
Email: international.media@mercyships.org
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globalbranding2025-06-06 08:31:112025-06-06 08:40:37Woman Saved From Life-Threatening Neck Growth That Started as Sore ThroatMercy Ships Facts
Fundamental information about our organization, programs, and ships.
Global Mercy Facts
Details about our first purpose-built floating hospital ship, and its facilities and features.
Africa Mercy Facts
Details about our floating hospital ship, and its facilities and features.
Surgery Facts
Why the need is so extreme, and how we bring hope and healing.
Mission, Vision, and Values
Overview of our mission, vision, and values.
Education, Training, and Advocacy
Mercy Ships designs programmes to bring hope and healing to patients and providers, while helping to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in African nations where there are gaps in surgical systems.
Direct Medical Services
Upon invitation from country leaders and governments, Mercy Ships deploys hospital ships to nations in Africa to provide free and safe surgeries.
Surgical Specialties
The seven types of specialty procedures offered are those typically unavailable, unaffordable, or lacking sufficient providers to meet the demand in host nations.