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01/05/2026

A Meaningful Milestone in Arusha—APMC Opens Its Doors 💙🎉

On April 30, 2026, we celebrated the opening of the Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre—a vibrant new space dedicated to care for infants, children, adolescents, and mothers.

From the moment you walk in, the centre feels alive with color, warmth, and joy. Bright artwork fills the walls, and families have already been surprised and delighted by the welcoming atmosphere.

This milestone reflects strong collaboration between local healthcare professionals, community leaders, and partners. A former school campus has been transformed into a place of healing, learning, and care.

One of the most memorable moments came from visiting children, who eagerly put on doctor and nurse coats and began listening to dolls’ heartbeats and lungs in the play corner—laughter and curiosity filling the room.

Our Tanzanian doctors and nurses are stepping into this new centre with real excitement. The energy is clear—the joy is palpable.

More than a building opening, this is the start of a place where care is modeled for tomorrow, and every child is met with color, compassion, and possibility.

https://www.ichafrica.org/apmc.html

Now scheduling appointments: apmc@ichafrica.org
​Phone: +255 757 841 240

30/04/2026

A meaningful milestone for children and families in Arusha—TODAY! 💙🎉

On April 30, 2026, we celebrate the official opening of the Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC)—a place dedicated to providing specialized, compassionate care for infants, children, adolescents, and mothers.

This moment reflects the dedication of local healthcare professionals, community leaders, the Arusha community, and partners near and far—working together to strengthen medical care.

We’re honored to gather for this launch and look forward to the impact APMC will have for years to come.

📞 APMC is now open for appointments: +255 757 841 240

APMC: https://www.ichafrica.org/apmc.html

29/04/2026

This is why the work matters. 💙

Mercy was born at just 24 weeks, weighing only 0.586 kg.
After 84 days in the NICU, she went home at 2.124 kg.

A moment to pause and celebrate a life, the dedication of her family, and the care of the NICU team who walked alongside her every day.

If stories like Mercy’s resonate with you, you’re invited to be part of making this kind of care possible—one time or monthly support helps ensure that it’s there when it’s needed most.

https://www.ichafrica.org/donate.html

27/04/2026

The opening of the Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC) marks an important milestone for the Arusha community. 💙

What began as a shared vision has taken shape through the commitment and leadership of local clinicians, staff, and partners. From training and recruiting a dedicated Tanzanian team, to renovating the former St. Constantine Town Campus, to working through the necessary licensing with multiple agencies—this has been a collective effort every step of the way.

APMC reflects the strength of local participation and the belief that high-quality care for mothers and children is best built together, within the community it serves. Designed to provide integrated pediatric and maternal services, the centre aims to support families with accessible, compassionate, and continuous care.

This moment is not just about opening doors—it’s about continuing a partnership with the community, listening, learning, and growing together.

Thank you to everyone in Arusha who has helped shape this effort and who will carry it forward.

More: https://www.ichafrica.org/apmc.html

Appointments now being scheduled: +255 757 841 240

26/04/2026

Grateful to Eden Prairie Local News for sharing our Minnesota-based fundraiser! 💙

If you’re local, we’d love to have you join us in person. And if you can’t attend, your support from afar still makes a meaningful impact.

Learn more or get involved:
https://eplocalnews.org/events/from-first-breath-to-bright-futures-building-a-lifetime-of-care-for-every-child/

More about Dr. Steve Swanson, UMN Associate Professor, Division of Pediatrics : https://med.umn.edu/bio/stephen-swanson-0 Global Medicine University of Minnesota

Learn more about ICHA: https://www.ichafrica.org/

A fundraiser for the Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC Centre), in Arusha, Tanzania​​Friday, May 29, 6:30pm ICHA is expanding and building a clinic in Tanzania! The Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC Centre) will provide specialized outpatient care for mothers, infants, an...

26/04/2026

On Friday evening, ICHA-US Board President Jerry Hoganson had the honor of speaking at the Global Health Ministries annual celebration fundraiser—a night filled with gratitude, partnership, and shared purpose.

Jerry extended heartfelt thanks to Global Health Ministries (GHM) for their support of healthcare in Tanzania. Through the shipment of essential medical supplies, GHM has directly strengthened care at the Arusha Lutheran Medical Center (ALMC) NICU and at the newly opened Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC)—helping equip teams to care for the smallest and most vulnerable patients.

Beyond supplies, GHM has also provided financial support for ICHA’s work. That work centers on expanding access to high-quality, low-cost neonatal care; building specialty pediatric and maternal services; mentoring and training local doctors and nurses; and equipping hospitals across Africa with practical tools like the Every Breath Counts neonatal care handbook.

Together, this partnership is making a meaningful difference—from first breaths to brighter futures.

We are deeply grateful for GHM’s continued support and shared commitment to improving care for mothers and children. 💙

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24/04/2026

💙 Now Open—and Just Getting Started 💙

The Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC) is officially open (Call for an appointment: +255 757 841 240) — bringing vital care to mothers and children in Tanzania. But opening the doors is just the beginning.

We still need your help to equip the clinic and support the dedicated staff providing this life-changing care.

Join us for an evening filled with hope and impact.
From first breath to bright futures, together we can expand access to care where it’s needed most.

✨ A fundraiser for the Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC)
🎤 Special guests: Dr. Steve & Jodi Swanson (sharing updates from the newly opened centre)
📅 Friday, May 29 | 6:30 PM
📍 Eden Prairie, Minnesota, USA

We’d love to have you with us—RSVP requested.
Can’t attend? You can still make a meaningful impact by donating.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.ichafrica.org/bright-futures.html

22/04/2026

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that the Arusha Pediatric & Maternal Care Centre (APMC) is OPEN! 🎉

A new chapter for families in Arusha begins today. 💙

Call for an appointment: +255 757 841 240

APMC offers specialized outpatient care for mothers and children—from birth through adolescence—including:
🩺 Pediatric & maternal care
👶 Prenatal & postnatal care
🤱 Lactation support
👨‍👩‍👧 Parenting education

As the first dedicated outpatient pediatric and maternal clinic of its kind in Tanzania, APMC brings together trained pediatricians, obstetricians, and nurses to care for families and strengthen local health systems.

This is more than a clinic—it’s a place where children can grow, families are supported, and communities are strengthened.

📍 Find contact details, directions, and more: https://www.ichafrica.org/apmc.html

An official opening celebration is being planned for April 30! Watch for details!

We welcome ongoing support for this new clinic; you can make a donation to our Bright Futures fundraiser for APMC: https://www.ichafrica.org/bright-futures.html