KADEM transform lives through holistic development in Ghana

In an inspiring display of compassion and collaboration, Kairos Development Mission (KADEM) successfully completed its 2024 medical mission at the Methodist Satellite Rafiki Children’s Village near Winneba, Ghana.

Guided by its core principles of compassion, partnership, and holistic development, KADEM brought critical healthcare and hope to one of Ghana’s underserved communities.

Led by Rev. Dr. Abekah, a dedicated Methodist minister, and supported by a team of local and international professionals, the five-day mission touched countless lives, leaving an indelible mark of resilience and healing.

Among the most heart-wrenching cases were children diagnosed with hydrocephalus and a congenital heart defect.

While surgeries were not immediately possible, KADEM has committed to sponsoring these life-saving procedures, giving these children a fighting chance at a brighter future.

Local healthcare professionals, nurses, and doctors joined forces with Canadian experts, fostering a unique partnership that emphasized professional growth.

This collaboration not only enriched the experience of younger healthcare workers but also strengthened the ties between local and international teams.

One particularly inspiring story was that of a third-year optometry student from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

Once an orphan at Rafiki, this remarkable individual returned as a volunteer, exemplifying the transformative power of KADEM’s work.

The mission was further bolstered by the “Greater Works” medical team—a group of Ghanaian doctors who performed surgeries alongside KADEM professionals at the Winneba Trauma Hospital.

KADEM also provided substantial donations to the Rafiki Satellite Village, including hospital beds, wheelchairs, sanitary pads, toothbrush kits, a microwave, a fridge, and other essential supplies, highlighting the organization’s commitment to holistic support.