Retirement is a time to embrace new adventures, and for many retirees, this means finding ways to continue contributing to the world around them. One rewarding path is volunteering, especially with organisations like Mercy Ships in Africa. These hospital ships provide...
On a warm morning at Hôpital Analakininina, the local hospital in Toamasina, two brothers sit side by side on a wooden bench. Five-year-old Fanirisoa looks around the room with confidence, his curiosity evident as his eyes follow every movement. Beside him, his...
Goitre, the abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, is a significant health issue affecting millions of people across sub-Saharan Africa. The condition often remains undiagnosed until it reaches a severe stage, causing problems such as difficulty swallowing,...
Ophthalmic nurses are essential in providing eye care, particularly in regions with limited access to healthcare. In countries such as Sierra Leone and Liberia, where medical resources are scarce, Mercy Ships offers a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to...
Volunteering at sea offers a unique sense of purpose and excitement, especially when the mission serves a humanitarian cause. Mercy Ships Australia operates the Global Mercy, a hospital ship providing crucial medical care to underserved communities worldwide. The...
Toamasina, Madagascar – 3rd March 2026. Following the devastating cyclone that struck Madagascar’s east coast, Mercy Ships has joined with national disaster response efforts in Toamasina (Tamatave) through the provision of essential relief supplies, in coordination...