Impact Story: Enock Juma

Enock Juma is a 42-year-old married father of three who suffered a severe leg break above the knee in a traffic accident while he was working as a boda boda (motorcycle taxi) driver in 2015. Following the accident, Enock received treatment at Bungoma County Referral Hospital, but the leg did not recover correctly and his condition deteriorated. Unable to afford further medical care, he stayed home for the next three years, while his wife -- a mama mboga (vegetable seller) -- had to leave her job in order to care for him.

By 2018, his leg was badly infected, Enock sold a piece of land, giving him the means to visit Dreamland Mission Hospital under the care of Dr. Rotich but the funds were not enough for continued care.

In June, 2020, during the Emergency Relief Outreach due to locusts, COVID-19 and floods, the Chwele Community Resource & Peace Center stumbled into Enock’s case. They took him to an orthopedic specialist, Dr. Lusweti, who examined Enock’s leg and determined the only route to recovery required amputation. He continued his care with Dr. Rotich.

Enock’s surgery and recovery cost was estimated at approximately $2,750. So the Resource & Peace Center covered the cost of one year premium of National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) coverage ($55) for him, and provided his family a three-month supply of food ($83). 

Enock was admitted to the hospital on an emergency basis, and his amputation surgery was a success. He was released from the hospital after a seven-day stay and continues to do well. 

“I really thank God for the help,” Enock says. “Especially the Peace Center through Grace and Paul Kuto, together with all the family who helped me from abroad. Those that I do not know. They even provided food for my family and I.”

“May God bless them abundantly, and may they continue to support other people who need help like they supported me.”

The Chwele Community Resource & Peace Center wishes Enock a quick and full recovery.

Enock’s leg before surgery