Statistics regarding leg amputation and subsequent treatment in The Gambia are scarce. We know that the main reasons that lead to leg amputation are type two diabetes, lack of treatment for simple infections and accidents due to poor health and safety practices. This indicates that there is a far higher risk of leg amputation and, due to limited resources and healthcare, and a profound need for prosthetic limbs and support services.

The Gambian Amputee Rehabilitation Project works to provide mobility solutions for amputees and increase awareness of services available from Legs4Africa and it’s partner clinics, home visits to ensure correct safe and comfortable use of prosthetics as well as encouragement to become members of the Gambian Amputee Association. In this way we are enabling independent living for amputees so that they may claim their place in local community