by Mikaela Robertson | Jan 7, 2026 | Stories
During her first pregnancy, Kahabi was in labour for three days. She wanted to go to the hospital, but her husband refused, saying he didn’t have money for transport. On the third day, Kahabi became weak and could not stand on her own. She was then taken to the...
by Mikaela Robertson | Dec 11, 2025 | Stories
Aisha is a young woman who came to a fistula camp in Tanzania earlier this year. At first she was quiet, extremely shy and her eyes were full of sadness. As a girl, Aisha loved school. However after primary school, her father refused to allow her to continue on to...
by Mikaela Robertson | Nov 21, 2025 | Annual Reports, News and Articles
We are excited to announce our 2024-2025 Impact Report is here! Please read below to find out how your generosity has made a difference. If you would like to request a hardcopy of this report, please contact us. BMF 2025 Audited Financial...
by Mikaela Robertson | Nov 12, 2025 | Stories
Late one Sunday afternoon, Fatuma, a 35-year-old mother of eight, was rushed to Barbara May Maternity Hospital in Ethiopia after experiencing severe complications during labour. She arrived in critical condition – weak, in shock, and soaked in blood from heavy...
by Mikaela Robertson | Oct 30, 2025 | Stories
Christine is from war-torn Sudan, and her journey to healing has been difficult. At just 19, Christine’s small frame meant her baby was too large for a natural delivery. She went for a routine C-section at the local hospital near her home in Sudan, but...
