The journey we walk alongside children with serious illnesses is much like a marathon — long, steady and filled with moments that require support, encouragement and hope. Along the way, we strive to relieve the worry and financial stress that comes with having to...

2 June 2026 was a very special day for Noah and his family. On 23 February, they travelled from East London to Red Cross Hospital to begin the long and emotional journey of Noah’s bone marrow transplant. After 19 days in hospital, Noah was discharged, but the family...

From Long Roads to Lift-Off: Leah-Rose’s Journey with Wings & Wishes Travelling with a wheelchair-bound child is incredibly challenging. For families living far from specialised medical care, every hospital visit can feel overwhelming. The long road from Mossel...

After Caitlyn’s mom shared a heartfelt plea for help on social media, an outpouring of compassion followed. Many reached out to Wings and Wishes, asking us to step in and support the family during this incredibly difficult time. Caitlyn is very ill and urgently needed...

Kungawo is a bright and brave 10-year-old girl who lives in Gqeberha. She attends school at Northern Lights, where her gentle smile and determination inspire everyone who meets her. Kungawo lives with arthrogryposis, a condition that affects her joints and means she...

At Wings and Wishes, our mission is simple yet profound: to ensure that no child is denied access to life-saving medical care because of transport barriers. With the support of our partners, we have already witnessed extraordinary outcomes — children reaching...

Reflecting on 2025: A Year of Hope and Healing As we look back on 2025, we are humbled by the journey Wings and Wishes has shared with so many families. This year, we funded 1,586 trips for children to access expert medical care — each one a story of courage,...

Retinoblastoma is a rare and aggressive form of eye cancer that primarily affects young children, often diagnosed before the age of two. It can develop in one or both eyes and, if left untreated, may lead to vision loss or even become life-threatening. But with early...

Awonke - making the most of second chances When Awonke was 6 months’ old, he was diagnosed with cancer of the liver. He spent his first birthday in hospital - after surgery to remove the tumour and months of treatment he was in remission. In 2019 it was discovered...