Volunteers

It was a wonderful day, one very much befitting of the couple. Thanks also to Wandifa Samateh and the rest of the Bansang Hospital management for sending such a nice letter to Chris. He was visibly moved when his father read out the words to… Read More »Congratulations to Dr Christopher Bonham and Dr Yuki Takagi who got married this weekend at a beautiful service in Dodford, Northamptonshire.

Dr Chris Bonham volunteered alongside a colleague and friend (Dr Dominic Fudge) back in 2011. They made a fantastic contribution whilst in Bansang; delivering countless babies, and making numerous lifesaving interventions. They also brought real spirit and humour to the hospital – which is clear… Read More »We are very pleased to announce that one of our ex-volunteers is going to be getting married.

It is my great pleasure to confirm that Stewart Robinson will be returning to Bansang. His trip this January will be his 13th to the hospital in 14 years! It is no exaggeration to say that his efforts have helped transform the way we deliver… Read More »Stewart Robinson – our unsung hero!

Paul and Vanessa Myers, who have been helping support the hospital for a number of years, will be spending 6 weeks of their time at Bansang Hospital in January 2014. They will be helping out with building work, IT support and child play therapy (along with… Read More »Paul and Vanessa Myers are to head out to Bansang in January, 2014

As ever, many thanks to all those that turned out to help! I’m sure I’d never have sent so many containers if I didn’t have such a fine group of volunteers that I can turn to each time a 40 footer needs loading! Fortunately, the… Read More »Thanks to a few hardy souls, our 43rd container is now on its way to Bansang!

It is our pleasure to announce that author Simon Scarrow has become a patron of the Bansang Hospital Appeal. We are greatly appreciative of all his efforts in bringing the story of Bansang Hospital to the fore. “The first time I was aware of the BHA was… Read More »International best-selling author, Simon Scarrow, becomes a patron of the Bansang Hospital Appeal

I am very pleased to announce that former British High Commissioner to The Gambia, Phil Sinkinson, has agreed to become a patron of the Bansang Hospital Appeal. In his former role, I could always count on his calm and assured nature, good judgement and advice whenever… Read More »Former British High Commissioner to the Gambia, Phil Sinkinson OBE, becomes the charities first patron!