by Darren Swain | Oct 27, 2025 | News
Dr. Justina Seyi-Olajide is no stranger to forging new paths. A brilliant and daring pediatric surgeon from Nigeria, she made history on the Global Mercy™ in Sierra Leone as the first female African pediatric surgeon to volunteer with Mercy Ships. She’s a surgeon at...
by Darren Swain | Oct 16, 2025 | News
Before Frank Seibure ever put on scrubs or stepped on board a Mercy Ship, he was already on a mission to bring hope by advocating for human rights in his home country of Sierra Leone. However, after encountering Mercy Ships more than a decade ago, he decided to...
by Darren Swain | Oct 1, 2025 | News
Department of Transport, together with industry partners, commemorated World Maritime Day 2025 at Lagoon Beach Hotel, Cape Town, on 25 September 2025 under the global theme “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, and Our Opportunity.” Deputy Minister of Transport, Mr. Mkhuleko...
by Darren Swain | Sep 29, 2025 | News
Emmanuel Nwaji is a 34-year-old maritime officer from Nigeria. He serves on board the Global Mercy™ as a second officer and is responsible for navigation and training. Known for his impeccable leadership and commitment to excellence, he plays a vital role in...
by Darren Swain | Sep 22, 2025 | News
ACCRA, GHANA – September 11, 2025: The Government of Ghana and international charity Mercy Ships have reaffirmed their partnership, announcing that the Global Mercy™ hospital ship will sail to Ghana in August 2026. While docked in the Port of Tema, the ship will...
by Darren Swain | Sep 5, 2025 | News
From captain to friend! On board #MercyShips vessels, hope and healing are shared by the whole crew, extending far beyond the operating room. This is Captain Niel Daboul’s Mercy Moment: carrying a patient to new beginnings.