Modern ultrasound scans are a routine part of prenatal care. Because they are non-invasive, painless and safe for both mother and unborn baby, they are ideal for monitoring foetal development and weight. They are also useful in helping to identify conditions such as a cleft lip or palate.

Now in its 27th year of operation, the MySchool programme is a South African fundraising success story. Over 8 000 beneficiaries registered with the programme have collectively received over R1 billion.

Did you know that donations to Operation Smile South Africa are tax deductible in terms of Section 18A of the Income Tax Act 58 of 1962?

  Breast milk is universally regarded as the ideal source of nutrition for infants. It is rich in essential nutrients that promote healthy growth and development, as well as natural antibodies that protect newborns from disease. Breastfed babies have a lower risk...

Along with the satisfaction of helping someone else, racing for charity will do wonders for your own fitness. You’ll enjoy a feeling of real accomplishment.

Being part of a team, united in a common goal of wanting to help others, is what all of our Operation Smile volunteers rate most highly about the experience.

When Ndzalo was born, his mother cried; she already had an older child with a physical disability, and thought she was being punished by God.

Having lived his entire life with an untreated cleft lip, Iddrisah never expected to find love. Instead, he became used to abuse and isolation from his own family and community.

As a psychosocial care provider, Cathy has attended six Operation Smile surgical programmes. She uses therapeutic play and hands-on educational activities to help patients feel calm and prepared to enter the operating room.

In just one hour, our skilled surgeons repaired Marceline’s cleft lip and reshaped her nose, giving her hope for a better life. Please join our circle of supporters and help change more children’s lives.

Growing up in a small rural community in Mozambique, Domingos always felt lost and alone. No one else in his community was born with a cleft lip. As he spoke about being bullied and judged, his eyes reflected the pain he’s endured for 48 years.

At Operation Smile we understand the special bravery of children like Noemia. Although it’s often hidden by shyness, this courage endures teasing and mockery, with quiet dignity.

Thanks to generous supporters like you, two little sisters were able to have life changing surgery to repair cleft conditions.

Before and after in Madagascar   When Mampionona was born, his mother did not know what to say. She had just seen her sister die from illness. And she was very emotional. “We named him Mampionona," Tantely, the baby’s aunt explained. "In Malagasy, it means ‘to...

After his daughter received life changing surgery, Lala visits families in his district by bicycle, spreading news of Operation Smile.