West Africa Village for Children
Guiding Little Hearts to Healthy Futures
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Sierra Leone Headquarters
Welcome to Our Exciting New Purpose !
Our original mission of almost 25 years to serve mothers and infants through The West Africa Fistula Foundation (WAFF) has recently expanded and transformed into a new direction that now has a bold plan coming together to enrich the lives of children who
are challenged with
1) SEIZURE DISORDERS requiring monthly evaluations, free medications and rehabilitation. This is our top priority going forward, making children seizure free. Over the past 18-24 months this program has made us realize this is the best use of donations as we have seen the greatest successes and the best utilization of funds for our mission in this one area. Please scroll down and turn on audio to watch our latest video before you leave this page.
2) INCURABLE DISABILITIES needing constant treaments to include
paralysis, blindness, deafness, congenital abnormalities, cerebral Palsy,
amputations, birth defects, infectious diseases, & orthopedic needs.
3) CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL ILLNESS OR AFFLICTIONS such as tumors, fractures, neurological issues, and life altering injuries who need coordinated medical care from experts in nearby facilities or by visiting medical care teams.
4) CHILDREN AGING OUT OF ORPHANAGES who qualify to recieve our assistance to further their educations in order to survive and thrive.
Our new mission needs your help as
THE WEST AFRICA VILLAGE FOR CHILDREN
recognizes these pressing needs and aims to provide a safe and caring community for children who live in a country with a history of war in a region that creates immense hardships for the most vulnerable among us that need medical care. We see a great need to step forward and help these innocent ones walk out of their darkness and pain. We have made great strides with exceptional partners in this effort, especially with regard to seizures control.
See chart below! But this reflects only a small portion of the over 70,000 children that are suffering from epilepsy. So much of the need stems from this issue when injury and illness set in from lack of medications and treatment.
In Our Program
90 % of Children are Seizure Free
Join us in restoring health in children with these specific medical needs shown in examples below
Success Stories of how
West Africa Village for Children WORKS TO SAVE LIVES
Before
After
SEIZURE DISORDERS OUTREACH
Aminata (Born 2015)
Aminata lives with her mother and grandmother near Bo in the Southern Province. In 2023, one of our team members identified her as suffering from a neurological disorder of some type that needed further investigation. Her family members explained that she had nightly seizures that kept the entire family awake and exhausted. We advised that she should be seen in a hospital and eventually we were able to convince them that this was her only hope.
First seen: March 2023 Symptoms: Seizures, neck weakness, trembling, excessive salivation
Diagnosis: Epilepsy with neurological complications Once she was back home, Aminata was immediately enrolled in our free epilepsy treatment using medication to control her seizures.
Progress: Two years later, she is greatly improved now with proper treatment and medication — now able to eat independently, use a phone, play with friends, and respond to communication. Continued treatment with proper medications is crucial to her continuing well being. We did not recognize her when we revisited her for and update as she looked like a completely different young lady with amazing success!
INCURABLE DISABILITIES OUTREACH
Agnes (Born 2014) – Bonthe Island
First seen: Blind since birth, she lived in vulnerable conditions until our Community Development Officer discovered her in December 2023: malnourished, unschooled, and completely dependent.
She officially joined the WAVC programme in December 2023 and was brought to Bo, where she was given a home, nutritious meals, and loving care at our facility.
When Agnes arrived, she had never attended school. Starting from Class Two level, she received intensive Braille and life-skills training. Special preparatory classes were arranged to help her catch up with sighted peers.
Today: Agnes is now fully integrated into St. Paul’s School for the Blind in Bo and attends regular school alongside other children. She reads and writes Braille fluently, uses a typewriter independently, and her reading speed and confidence have soared.
She enjoys private lessons at the WAVC centre in Bo, and her private teacher says: “Agnes is impressive and very promising”.
With restored nutrition, a safe home, and education, Agnes is thriving, confident, and eager to learn more every day. She continues to excel in school and dreams of a bright future ahead. Agnes is a shining example of resilience and joy.
SPECIAL ILLNESS & AFFLICTIONS
Nancy Musa (born 2020)
FIrst seen: On a bright morning in 2025, the WAVC team travelled from Bo to Daru, Kailahun District for a routine follow-up. There they found little Nancy (born 2020) living in extreme hardship with her single, unemployed mother. Nancy’s belly was painfully distended, she looked pale, irritable and in constant discomfort. Her condition alarmed our CEO, who immediately arranged for her to be brought to Bo for urgent tests.
Her heartbreaking story: Nancy’s father accused her of witchcraft, claiming she would “infect” her siblings with voodoo. He drove Nancy and her mother out of the home. Relatives advised traditional herbalists instead of medical care. For two years the family moved from one herbalist to another, spending every penny and selling all their assets. Nancy’s health only worsened. Children in the village mocked her, calling her “pregnant,” leaving her crying for hours and missing school.
Turning point April 9, 2025: Nancy arrived at Life Care Hospital in Freetown for proper diagnosis and treatment. After thorough tests, she was approved for life-changing surgery. April 17, 2025 – The operation was a complete success. WAVC coordinated Nancy's transfer to Life Care Hospital and also paid for all testing/surgeries and care. WAVC makes sure any treatment is done completely.
Today: Nancy is chubby, smiling and full of dreams. In her own words: “I don’t want to go back to the village yet. When I grow up, I want to become a nurse!”
Her mother, once sunk in depression, says: “Nancy’s sickness aged me beyond my years. Now, seeing my little angel get better every day fills me with joy. On behalf of my parents and myself, I thank the founder, staff and every donor of WAVC from the bottom of my heart. May God bless you all.”
Nancy continues to recover with ongoing support and love from the WAVC family.
EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE UPON AGING OUT OF ORPHANAGES
At West Africa Village for Children, we believe that turning 18 should mark the beginning of a brighter future, not the end of support. Through our dedicated Transition to Education Program, young adults aging out of our care receive personalized guidance, financial assistance, and ongoing mentorship to pursue higher education or vocational training—if they meet our academic and commitment qualifications. We cover tuition fees, provide housing stipends, supply laptops and study materials, and pair each scholar with a mentor who helps navigate university life, internships, and career planning. Since the program began, over 85% of our qualifying graduates have successfully enrolled in college or certified training programs, proving that with the right support, our children don’t just leave the orphanage—they soar into promising, independent futures.
Please help us feed, clothe and educate disabled and needy children
West Africa Village for Children
(a subsidiary of West Africa Fistula Center Foundation)
3621 Pottsboro Rd
Suite #150
Denison, TX 75020
MAIN - 903-463-9400
EMAIL : dariusmaggi@gmail.com
