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Mercy Ships CEO Meets President of Senegal to Strengthen Long-Term Partnership

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Dakar, Senegal – 27 February 2026. Dr. Michelle White, CEO of Mercy Ships, met this week with His Excellency Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, President of the Republic of Senegal, at the Presidential Palace in Dakar to discuss the future of collaboration between Mercy Ships and the Government of Senegal.  

International Partners Come Together for the Future of Surgery in Africa

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Accra, Ghana – February 11, 2026. The 66th Annual Conference for the West African College of Surgeons (WACS) brings together surgeons, anesthesiologists, educators, policymakers, and healthcare leaders from across West Africa and beyond.

Mercy Ships Celebrates a Year of Growth, Partnership, and Transformative Surgical Care

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LINDALE, TX, December 22, 2025 - Mercy Ships concludes a momentous year across its two hospital ships, the Africa Mercy® and the Global Mercy™. Operating simultaneously in two countries for its second consecutive year, the organization expanded the medical impact of its programs, strengthened strategic partnerships, and deepened its commitment to building sustainable surgical capacity across the African continent.

A Mercy Ships Christmas Miracle: Armella’s Healing Ignites Hope

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As Armella grew, so did the mass behind her ear and her parents’ fears along with it. Desperate for answers but unable to afford a doctor, they turned to the church for support. Judicael, the pastor of their church, is a former Mercy Ships’ national crew who worked in the deck department during the organization’s last mission in Madagascar. With his assistance, 6-month-old Armella would finally be examined by a doctor.

A Journey of Love, Service, and Growth With Mercy Ships

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As Elaine and David Sigalet stepped onto the deck of the Global Mercy™ for the fourth time, a familiar feeling washed over them; a mix of anticipation, purpose, and the quiet sense of accomplishment they both set out to achieve when they decided to join Mercy Ships for the first time.

Open Access to Surgery is the Essential Foundation to Achieving Universal Health Coverage

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Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – 13 November 2025. The Pan-African Surgical Healthcare Forum (PASHeF 2025) continues to serve as a growing continental platform where African countries design and implement solutions that strengthen surgical healthcare systems for their people.

Dr. Justina Seyi-Olajide: A Trailblazer Bringing Hope To Children in Sierra Leone

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Dr. Justina Seyi-Olajide is no stranger to forging new paths. A brilliant and daring pediatric surgeon from Nigeria, she made history on the Global Mercy™ in Sierra Leone as the first female African pediatric surgeon to volunteer with Mercy Ships.

Anchored In Purpose: Emmanuel’s Story of Service With Mercy Ships

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Emmanuel Nwaji is a 34-year-old maritime officer from Nigeria. He serves on board the Global Mercy™ as a second officer and is responsible for navigation and training. Known for his impeccable leadership and commitment to excellence, he plays a vital role in keeping the ship and its mission on course.

Government of Ghana Renews Partnership with Mercy Ships to Strengthen Surgical Care

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ACCRA, GHANA – September 11, 2025: The Government of Ghana and international charity Mercy Ships have reaffirmed their partnership, announcing that the Global Mercy™ hospital ship will sail to Ghana in August 2026. While docked in the Port of Tema, the ship will deliver free specialized surgeries and provide training for healthcare professionals, advancing Ghana’s national goals for safe surgical care.

Kekeh Driver from Freetown Relieved of Painful Hernia in First Surgery On Board Global Mercy

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Freetown, Sierra Leone – September 2, 2025. The Global Mercy™, the world’s largest purpose-built civilian hospital ship, has officially launched her third consecutive field service in Sierra Leone, with the successful surgery of its very first patient, 40-year-old kekeh driver Mohamed. This pivotal moment represents the beginning of a mission dedicated to providing hope and healing while strengthening the nation’s anesthetic and surgical systems.
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Africa Service Center (ASC)

Rue Thann, Immeuble Sea View,

Appartement 3ème étage à droite,

Dakar, SENEGAL

Africa Service Center (ASC)

Rue Thann, Immeuble Sea View,

Appartement 3ème étage à droite,

Dakar, SENEGAL

Tel: +221782967104 /776447017
africa@mercyships.org

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