70 year old, Mzee (meaning “old person”, with respect), walked 3 hours to our guest house in Lwiro to deliver mushrooms he picked from the bush, hoping for a sale. They paid him $1, which is about one day’s pay here in DRC.

Thank you Wake Forest Homeschoolers!! They colored “get well” cards for children recovering from surgery. They were a huge hit and everyone was touched by your thoughtfulness ❤️❤️❤️

Update! Oak Grove Montessori school in Charleston, South Carolina raised enough money to buy 19 igloo type mosquito nets for families in Congo! These nets will protect many children from the deadly Malaria disease. Thank you to Ms. Jenny, Aaron Miller, and your fellow classmates!

Upright Africa prides ourselves on our sustainable and Empowering approach. Dr Morisho is a testament to this as he is shown working in a local Leper Colony. He provides medical treatment as well distributing essential donations provided by Upright Africa. Great Job!

Our medical team in Kaziba not only saves lives in the hospital they are also now a part of our food distribution system. Dr John Murhula and his team are happy to take part in the support of Congo’s next generation. Great Job!!

Remember Mamichu, the lady with Polio that was gifted a sentimental Singer sewing machine back in 2017? (see the original story below). We have a great update!! Her business is thriving and now that power is becoming more... youtube.com/watch?v=OxIgzo…

Remember Mamichu, the lady with Polio that was gifted a sentimental Singer sewing machine back in 2017? (see the original story below). We have a great update!! Her business is thriving and now that power is... facebook.com/UprightAfrica/…

The new year begins with some distribution campaigns. We are organizing our current warehouse getting ready for a move later this year🙏 We have given several wheelchairs to those in need while here in Kalemie.... facebook.com/23323271681766…

In a sea of the next generation of DRCongo. These children are the future of the country and we will continue to do our best to support them. A day of donation distribution with a local Catholic Sister at her pre school.

When we first met Princess in Nov 2018 (left pic) her chances for survival were small. Dr. Luna, with the help of Upright Africa, jumped into action focusing on her Critical Malnutrition. As she was being treated... facebook.com/UprightAfrica/…

In honor of International Woman’s Day we would like to help Princesses dream of simply growing up!! She is the future of Congo and we will invest in her Health and Education. We are behind you Princess!!!

In honor of International Woman’s Day we would like to help Princesses dream of simply growing up!! She is the future of Congo and we will invest in her Health and Education. We are behind you Princess!!!

New swag!! Check out the Upright Africa shop for awesome hoodies, tees, and water bottles! uprightafrica.org/shop/ uprightafrica.org/shop/

These children are singing to God in thanks for allowing them to eat today. What do your kids sing about? #uprightafrica #orphans #kaziba #drc #drcongo #africanchildren facebook.com/UprightAfrica/…

During our preparation for the upcoming surgical mission in Kaziba, we decided to take a day and spend it with our buddy, Exauce, and his classmates. They colored self-portraits for their new friends in Miss. Jenny... facebook.com/UprightAfrica/…

Life for 10 year old Furaha just got a whole lot sweeter! During our latest Medical Mission in Lwiro, the team removed a giant facial tumor that was not only impacting her vision and her ability to breath... facebook.com/23323271681766…

Life for 10 year old Furaha just got a whole lot sweeter! During our latest Medical Mission in Lwiro, the team removed a giant facial tumor that was not only impacting her vision and her ability to breath... facebook.com/23323271681766…

The Upright Africa team, led by Dr Alain Muka removed a 5-6 lb tumor of the Kidney from Ester. The best way to know she is getting better is to watch her eat😀 Bon appetite Ester we are praying for you!!!