Since the outbreak of civil war in 2013, there have been repeated violent clashes in many parts of the Central African Republic and the already weak healthcare system has largely collapsed. As a result, maternal and infant mortality rates are among the highest in the world and neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) such as leprosy, elephantiasis, yaws, Buruli ulcer and worm diseases, which often lead to serious disabilities and even death if left untreated, are widespread. This situation affects the people in the Sangha Mbaéré health district in the southwest of the country particularly badly, as they often live far away from the nearest health stations. The bitterly poor indigenous Aka and Peulh people in particular, most of whom still live in their traditional way of life in the middle of the forest, lack any access to healthcare.

With the “Sedouti Maingo” project, we are improving the health of 94,000 people in the project area. Among other things, we enable local women to have medically assisted births and free pre- and postnatal check-ups. We have also set up an emergency transport system that enables us to reach people living in remote areas and provide them with often life-saving treatment in emergencies. This also includes ensuring that all healthcare facilities are equipped to meet needs. We also ensure that health workers receive training in the early detection and treatment of diseases of poverty such as leprosy or elephantiasis. And we educate the indigenous Aka and Peulh in particular about how they can improve their own health.

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