In South Africa's rural Eastern Cape, the Bulungula Incubator is proving that community health workers (CHWs) are essential in ensuring that children and families receive the healthcare they need. These CHWs, known as Nomakhayas, provide home-based care, health education, and continuous monitoring of maternal and child health, reaching even the most isolated communities.
Many children in rural areas struggle to access basic healthcare due to long distances, overburdened clinics, and poverty. Without early intervention, treatable illnesses can become life-threatening, and developmental milestones may be missed. CHWs bridge this gap by bringing healthcare to families' doorsteps, ensuring that every child gets a fair start in life.
The Bulungula Incubator is a prime example of how local solutions and community-driven programmes can create lasting change.
Join us in advocating for stronger community health systems and ensuring every child’s right to health and wellbeing.
.png)
.png){kind=small}
.png)