DRC: Successful collaboration for physical and mental health in Sake

An integrated approach that cares for the body and mind 

In this unstable region, we quickly adapted our response to meet changing needs. After an initial intervention in the Nzulo area, our teams set up in the Kaduki health center in Sake.  

Our strength? An integrated approach. While Première Urgence Internationale focused on healthcare and nutrition, our partner, Humanité & Inclusion, provided expertise in mental health and psychosocial support. This synergy made it possible to treat physical illnesses and malnutrition, as well as the psychological trauma of people in distress. 

The impact of our work in North Kivu 

In one year, nearly 24,167 people benefited from our assistance. These figures reflect the scale of the intervention, but only partially reflect the human impact of the project: children saved from malnutrition, families cared for, people supported in their psychological recovery.  

By working with local staff, we have strengthened the capacity of the Kaduki health center. Our goal was to leave behind high-quality, more inclusive, and more sustainable services. 

On July 30, a workshop was held in Goma to mark the end of the project. This event provided an opportunity to share successes and lessons learned with our partners and beneficiaries. It was also a time to advocate for continued humanitarian funding in the region, as the needs remain immense. 

Although this project has come to an end, we reiterate the importance of maintaining the momentum of the response so that every person affected by this crisis can regain their dignity, health, and sense of belonging. 

The success of this emergency mission to treat and support the most affected people in North Kivu was made possible thanks to the support of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.