Mercy Ships UK has thanked the two governments who generously let the Global Mercy pass through the iconic Suez Canal completely free of charge – meaning thousands of extra lives can be saved in Africa according to a press release special to eBlue economy
The Senegalese and Egyptian governments waived the tariff for the worlds largest charity hospital ship, the newest in the Mercy Ships fleet, as it made its way down the famous shipping lane to get to Antwerp for hospital fitting
Mercy Ships patients thanked supporters, donors, and volunteers for helping their support go EVEN further
President of Senegal, Macky Sall said: ” I have seen and experienced with my own eyes that brings hope and healing to many African countries. We open arms in the spring of 2022 and give our full support at the start of its first mission in Africa “
On another Side, Among the countries Mercy Ships serves, access to safe, affordable, and timely surgery is extremely limited. As a result, countless people suffer and die from “diseases of poverty” that can easily be cured. Mercy Ships is currently focused on sub-Saharan Africa, and on this page, you can read about our most recent field services in the region.