Elective Africa

Elective Africa medical electives, other healthcare elective placements, premed, pre-physician assistant, pre-dental
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Elective Africa is a leading organizer of educational travel. Our programs include electives placements, pre-health hospital shadowing placements; gap year, volunteer and school teams expeditions and business school students global consulting projects and treks. Unique opportunity for experiential learning and global exposure that meet four key needs:

- Offer a rare, insightful hands-on experience and exposure in areas of interest
- Facilitate cultural exchange
- Provide some time and space for reflection, inspiration and fun!
- Helping under-served communities through community development

"As a future healthcare professional, I believe it is necessary to develop cultural competency skills that in most cases...
11/19/2025

"As a future healthcare professional, I believe it is necessary to develop cultural competency skills that in most cases can only be developed by going out of your comfort zone, This is why I chose to come to Kenya to learn about the culture, the language, and the traditions,

This experience has given me so much to reflect on. I have seen some very rare conditions at the hospital that I wouldn't have been able to see in the US, which was an incredible and eye-opening experience.

The physician at the Coast General went out of their way to explain, answer questions and make sure we understood what we were learning. I also had a fantastic time exploring the city and learning about the day-to-day lives of the local community.

Overall, this has been a remarkable experience that I have learned so much from and I would recommend it to anyone on the healthcare pathway."

Tarini Talagadadeevi
University of Cincinnati
(Premedical Internship Abroad)

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Your sign to convince your friends to apply for an international medical elective with you.Because everything’s better w...
11/19/2025

Your sign to convince your friends to apply for an international medical elective with you.

Because everything’s better with your people, from ward rounds, Swahili classes, safari weekends to late-night case chats.

And yes, groups are eligible for discounts, so go ahead and start that group chat.
Let’s make those 2026 elective plans happen.

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11/18/2025

Thinking about an international healthcare internship in summer 2026?

Now is the perfect time to start planning. Summer spots fill up quickly, and securing your placement early gives you the freedom to choose your preferred destination, departments and travel dates.

From clinical exposure and community engagement to cultural immersion, adventure & exploration and full on-ground support, you get an experience that shapes both your clinical skills and perspective.

And if you’re still figuring things out, you can always reach out to speak with an Elective Africa advisor for personalized guidance.

+1 609-375-8912
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11/18/2025

Thinking about an international healthcare internship in summer 2026?

Now is the perfect time to start planning. Summer spots fill up quickly, and securing your placement early gives you the freedom to choose your preferred destination, departments and travel dates.

From clinical exposure and community engagement to cultural immersion, adventure & exploration and full on-ground support, you get an experience that shapes both your clinical skills and perspective.

And if you’re still figuring things out, you can always reach out to speak with an Elective Africa advisor for personalized guidance.

+1 609-375-8912
📧 bd@electiveafrica.com
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Sometimes, the biggest growth happens the moment you’re pushed beyond what you know.That’s exactly what an international...
11/17/2025

Sometimes, the biggest growth happens the moment you’re pushed beyond what you know.

That’s exactly what an international healthcare internship does. It places you in real clinical settings where you’re challenged to think on your feet, observe diverse medical approaches, navigate unfamiliar systems, and sharpen the skills that will one day define the kind of healthcare professional you become.

Because many of our placements are in resource-limited settings, you also witness how healthcare teams adapt, problem-solve, and deliver quality care with creativity, resilience and teamwork.

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Just a few hours from Mombasa, Watamu is one of those places that’s hard to forget. Perfect for a day trip or weekend es...
11/14/2025

Just a few hours from Mombasa, Watamu is one of those places that’s hard to forget.

Perfect for a day trip or weekend escape, you can experience the ancient Gede Ruins, wander the red cliffs of Hell’s Kitchen in Marafa, or enjoy snorkeling at Watamu Marine Park and maybe even spot a playful dolphin or two.

It’s the perfect mix of history, adventure, and relaxation, a great weekend break after a week of hospital rotations.

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Nurses are the steady hands and calm voices that keep hospitals running, balancing skill, empathy, and strength in equal...
11/13/2025

Nurses are the steady hands and calm voices that keep hospitals running, balancing skill, empathy, and strength in equal measure.

If you’re an aspiring nurse dreaming of stepping into that world, Elective Africa’s Nursing and Pre-Nursing Internships are your chance to start early.

From shadowing skilled nurses to helping with patient care in busy clinics, you’ll see firsthand what it takes to make a difference one patient, one shift, one smile at a time.

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Beyond hospital rotations, volunteering is at the heart of the Elective Africa experience.Whether it’s visiting schools ...
11/12/2025

Beyond hospital rotations, volunteering is at the heart of the Elective Africa experience.
Whether it’s visiting schools for health talks, spending time at a children’s home or joining medical camps.

These moments allow interns to connect with people, understand public health challenges firsthand and see the real impact of compassion in action.

And while students come to learn and grow, they often leave something behind too, a healthier community, a shared smile and a lasting change.
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Perched on a quiet hill just outside Migori town lies Thim Lich Ohinga, a centuries-old stone fortress and a UNESCO Worl...
11/11/2025

Perched on a quiet hill just outside Migori town lies Thim Lich Ohinga, a centuries-old stone fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Built entirely without mortar, this architectural marvel tells the story of early settlement, trade, and community life in Western Kenya. Its carefully stacked stone walls once guarded a thriving society and today stand as a symbol of resilience and innovation long before modern engineering.

That’s the beauty of a placement in Migori, meaningful hospital rotations balanced with opportunities to explore the culture, history and natural beauty that define life in the area.

Because your Elective Africa experience isn’t confined to the wards it’s about discovering the stories, people and places that make global health learning truly unforgettable.
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One of the most rewarding parts of an Elective Africa internship? The people you meet along the way.From morning rounds ...
11/10/2025

One of the most rewarding parts of an Elective Africa internship? The people you meet along the way.

From morning rounds to excursions and swapping stories about life back home. Here, you’ll meet peers from around the world, learn together in real clinical settings, and gain a firsthand look at healthcare systems that are different from your own.

Applications for Summer 2026 are now open! Reach out today to secure your spot for meaningful hospital experiences, cultural exchange, and friendships that last long after your internship ends.
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Elective Africa’s Pre-Health Internships are designed for students exploring the path to healthcare, whether you’re prem...
11/07/2025

Elective Africa’s Pre-Health Internships are designed for students exploring the path to healthcare, whether you’re premed, pre-PA, pre-dentistry, or pre-nursing.

Through hospital shadowing, clinical exposure, and mentorship from local professionals, you get to see what patient care looks like beyond the classroom.

From Mombasa’s busy coastal hospitals to rural placements in Migori and the scenic foothills of Mount Meru in Arusha, each of our locations offers a different lens into patient care, teamwork and global health practice.

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From the centuries-old Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, to the winding alleys of Old Town, every...
11/06/2025

From the centuries-old Fort Jesus, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century, to the winding alleys of Old Town, every corner of Mombasa tells a story of trade, culture, and resilience.

For students interning here, days in the hospital often end with evenings exploring this vibrant coastal city, strolling through the Old Port, visiting spice markets, or relaxing on the beach.

With one of Kenya’s busiest and largest referral hospitals, Mombasa offers a clinical experience that’s as dynamic as the city itself.
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Elective Africa student’s placements began in 2001, in Mombasa Kenya with a visiting doctor on holiday, interested in his medical student’s getting an elective experience in a developing country. Through this, we got to place our first medical students at Coast Provincial General Hospital. This ended up becoming our first base of elective placements. We have since then placed a large number of students all across our other placement centers for them to undertake their healthcare internships.

Through this they get the opportunity to engage in activities such as working with caregivers in children's homes, teaching and education projects including immersion into the vibrant African culture.

With the experience accumulated over the last 16 years offered to over 5000 students internships abroad, our mission has been set to provide unique customized and tailor-made medical electives and healthcare internships abroad.

Overall our healthcare programs are hustle free placements in a developing country. Medical studies are guaranteed the opportunity to build their skills, gain an understanding to global health and shadow physicians in their clinical work abroad.