One of the Limmat Foundations supported projects in Africa is the Hospital Monkole in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. Currently, the Limmat Foundation invests CHF 74,000 from the total costs of CHF 157,000 to support the establishment of a hemodialysis facility with four dialysers and a strong nephrology team in the Hospital of Monkole. The aim is to ensure continuity of patient care under the best possible conditions at affordable prices.

In recent years, Monkole’s statistics show a sharp increase in cases of renal disease: acute or chronic end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Patients are transferred to other hemodialysis units, which are more expensive and can only cover 10% of the current hemodialysis needs. The hospital’s concept assures that inhabitants without financial means can benefit from the service. The cost of examinations is covered through the contributions of the more affluent patients who pay for their services, for example, through insurance, thus helping to pay for the treatments of the impoverished population. Many disadvantaged people have received medical treatment in this way.

The Limmat Foundation looks forward to seeing the Hospital and its staff grow so that many people in need can get high-quality health care.