Safe Surgeries for 22,300 in Mapoteng, Lesotho

Building Towards Safer Surgical Care

At Maluti Adventist Hospital, every contribution to the Safe Surgeries for 22,300 in Mapoteng, Lesotho project brings us one step closer to providing safer and more reliable surgical services for our community. Although we have not yet reached the funding level required to purchase our first major piece of equipment, the project continues to gain visibility and attract support from people who share our commitment to quality healthcare.

Our operating theatres serve a rural population of approximately 22,300 people, many of whom rely on the hospital for life-saving surgical procedures. Improving the equipment available in these theatres remains one of our highest priorities.

Why This Project Matters

Modern surgical equipment is essential for patient safety. Reliable operating tables and anesthesia equipment help surgeons and theatre staff perform procedures more effectively while reducing risks for patients.

Many of the current theatre resources have served the hospital for many years and are increasingly difficult to maintain. Replacing these critical items will strengthen our ability to provide timely, safe, and efficient surgical care for the communities we serve.

Stewarding Your Donations

We remain committed to ensuring that every donation entrusted to this project is used wisely and transparently. Rather than making small purchases with limited impact, the funds raised are being reserved until we reach the amount needed to acquire priority equipment that will make a significant difference in our operating theatres. This approach allows donor contributions to create lasting improvements in surgical capacity and patient care.

Looking Ahead

Our fundraising efforts continue through donor engagement, awareness campaigns, and participation in GlobalGiving opportunities that help expand the reach of the project. We remain hopeful that, with continued support, we will soon be able to secure the first major equipment purchase and share that milestone with our supporters.

Thank You

To everyone who has donated, shared our campaign, or encouraged our work, thank you. Your support is helping build a stronger future for surgical care in Mapoteng. Together, we are investing in safer surgeries, better patient outcomes, and a healthier community.

We look forward to updating you as the project continues to grow.

Project Overview

Safe Surgeries for 22,300 in Mapoteng, Lesotho is a project by Maluti

Adventist Hospital aimed at improving access to safe and high-quality

surgical care for a rural population of approximately 22,300 people. With a

funding goal of USD 45,000, the campaign seeks to address critical

equipment gaps in the hospital’s operating theatres, which currently limit

surgical capacity and contribute to delays.

Funds raised will support the purchase of essential surgical equipment

needed to improve patient safety, increase operating theatre efficiency and

ensure safer surgeries for the community.

Fundraising Progress & Financial Summary

To date, the project has received USD 1,145 in total donations through

GlobalGiving. After bank charges and currency conversion, the net amount

available for use is approximately USD 1,014.20 (LSL 15,977.40). We

deeply appreciate the support received so far. At this stage, the funds

available are not yet sufficient to purchase our high-priority operating theatre

equipment.

For this reason, funds raised so far are being carefully reserved until we

reach the minimum required to make a meaningful purchase that will

significantly improve surgical safety and capacity. This ensures donor

contributions are used strategically, transparently and for maximum impact in

strengthening surgical services at Maluti Adventist Hospital.

Priority Needs & Equipment Costs

The campaign’s primary focus is on acquiring critical equipment that will

directly improve surgical care at Maluti Adventist Hospital. The top-priority

items include an anesthesia machine, which costs USD 10,500, and a

Theatre Table USD 7,500. These items are essential for ensuring surgeries

are performed safely and efficiently. The current surgical tables are worn out

and non-adjustable, forcing surgeons to operate in uncomfortable positions,

while the limited anesthesia equipment restricts the number and complexity

of procedures that can be safely conducted. Meeting these critical needs will

have an immediate and tangible impact on patient outcomes and the overall

effectiveness of the hospital’s surgical services.

Next Steps & Fundraising Plan

Moving forward, the campaign will continue to focus on strategic fundraising

to support the phased purchase of priority surgical equipment, rather than

waiting to reach the full USD 45,000 before taking action. Once sufficient

funds are raised to cover the cost of the operating table, we will proceed with

its purchase immediately, while continuing to raise funds for the anesthesia

machine and other critical items.

We also plan to conduct targeted outreach to partners, supporters, and

potential donors to expand awareness of the project and mobilize additional

resources. In addition, we will participate in the GlobalGiving “Little by Little”

campaign on March 17-20 2026, during which donations will be matched,

providing an opportunity to maximize the impact of donor contributions. We

hope to receive strong support during this campaign to accelerate progress

toward our high-priority equipment needs.

Appreciation & Closing

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all donors who have supported the Safe

Surgeries for 22,300 in Mapoteng, Lesotho project. Your generosity is

helping Maluti Adventist Hospital move closer to improving surgical safety,

strengthening operating theatre capacity and delivering better care for

patients in our rural community. While we celebrate this early progress, we

still have a way to go to reach our full funding goal of USD 45,000. The

journey continues and your ongoing partnership is the key to success.

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