Pediatric Care Africa

30/05/2026

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25/05/2026

Much needed ear surgery!!!

After a number of unexpected delays this bright 14 year old girl received her very needed tympanomastoidectomy.

A tympanomastoidectomy is a combination surgical procedure used to treat chronic ear infections and cholesteatomas. It pairs a tympanoplasty (repairing the eardrum and tiny middle ear bones) with mastoidectomy (removing infected or abnormal tissue from the mastoid bone behind the ear).

This rather complicated and expensive surgery, was preceded with a full hearing test from Laurette Lemmer audiology at Medi Clinic Nelspruit and a MRI scan of her ear made possible by Dr’s Van Rensburg & partners at Medi Clinic Nelspruit and we can not thank you enough for your generous and much appreciated assistance.

Her anaesthetics was performed and provided by Nelanest Anaesthetic Association and her surgery was performed by Dr Smook, a very well known ENT in Nelspruit and all we can say is thank you very much once again for coming to the assistance of one of our young patients.

Her surgery was performed at the Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital and was made possible by the very generous financial contribution of Crossing Nelspruit, the centre that is the of Nelspruit, that continues to supports Pediatric Care Africa and the on-going nutritional and healthcare outreaches done by Dr Andre Hattingh, the PCA Team and the many medical professionals and volunteers involved.

We are very happy that this young girl received the surgery she needed.

15/05/2026

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04/05/2026

3rd medical outreach to Klaarstroom!

Klaarstroom is a village in the “Groot Karoo” about 55km from Oudtshoorn and 80km from Prince Albert. This harsh environment and large distances from their nearest Government Hospital, put medical care far outside the reach of many residents.

We have just completed our 3rd medical outreach to Klaarstroom as we visit each area that we service with free medical care, every 3 months.

65 patients received free medical care and medication thanks to Dr Anso Killian of De Rust, and 35 dental patients was helped by Dr Hanco Blignaut, a well known dentist from Oudtshoorn, who performed around 45 tooth extractions on Saturday.

With winter here to stay, children also received blankets that we received from Kiaat Private Hospital in Nelspruit and the little ones also received knitted dolls that was knitted for us by Carol of the Wild Bulls MCC Upington.

To all the volunteers that assisted us and made this outreach such a success, we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts, as without you there cannot be a medical outreach.

Stay warm and stay healthy!

22/04/2026

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19/04/2026

What an incredible first week it has been!

From De Rust to Oudtshoorn, via Dysselsdorp to Calitzdorp, and back again — the journey so far has been nothing short of inspiring. Along the way, Doc André and the team visited two schools in Oudtshoorn, where they were met with warmth and enthusiasm by the learners of Vaardigheidsschool and Langenhoven Gymnasium. Through coin-laying and generous donations, these young supporters played a meaningful role in helping us move closer to our goal.

Our six remarkable donkeys, proudly pulling the cart handcrafted by volunteers from De Rust, have truly been the heart of this journey. On Friday, 17 April, they underwent their halfway health check with Dr. Garth Ryder — and we’re happy to report they are all in excellent condition. At every overnight stop, they are well cared for and spoiled with fresh lucerne and Eragrostis tef, ensuring they remain strong and happy for the road ahead.

We are deeply grateful for the incredible support received along the way. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has welcomed, hosted, and encouraged the team:

Cape Karoo International
Tretsom Bouers
Tyremart Oudtshoorn
Big Foot Safari’s
Klokkies Guest Farm
Hansie and Linda Geyser
Celebratio Pomegranate Farm
Hannah and Charles (for the lekker milk tert)
Karoo Living Guesthouse
Bosvarkie
Zamani grill
Welgeluk Cottages - Feather Palace
Family Landman farm
The Roadhouse - Jaco Vorster
Berluda
Karoo Lusern Butchery
Klaarstroom hotel
El Yolo
Family Barnard farm
Oudtshoorn Traffic Police
Klein Karoo Markt mall
All the people from De Rust who assisted with the driving of the back up vehicles

Your generosity and kindness make this journey possible.

This weekend marked the beginning of the second leg of the adventure. Departing from the Klaarstroom hotel, the team set off towards Willowmore — a long but rewarding day that even saw them cross into the Eastern Cape. There, they were warmly welcomed by the wonderful hosts at El Yolo, who treated the team to a delicious lamb potjie and ensured everyone was well looked after after a demanding day on the road.

Every stop along the way reminds us why this journey matters. The donkeys draw smiles, spark conversations, and bring people together — especially children, who are naturally drawn to them. It’s beautiful to witness the connection and joy they create wherever they go.

And at the heart of it all is our message:
Donkeys must be seen — and never hurt.

To everyone following, supporting, and cheering us on — thank you. Your encouragement means the world. If you would like to support the work of Pediatric Care Africa, your contribution will help us continue making a meaningful difference in children’s healthcare across the Klein Karoo.

Onwards we go — inspired, grateful, and determined.