Magdaline Aoko, 67, finally found relief from a 20-year battle with obstetric fistula after a successful surgery at Homa Bay County Referral Hospital. The free medical camp, supported by various foundations, brought hope to over 50 women. Despite the challenges, Magdaline’s story highlights the importance of accessible healthcare and the resilience of those affected.

The Kenyan government plans to build five more fistula centers by next year and train additional surgeons to improve accessibility and continuous care. This initiative aims to increase the number of fistula repair facilities to 15 and reduce reliance on medical camps. This effort brings hope to the 24,000 women in Kenya needing corrective surgeries.