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The Humanitarian Initiative for Africa (HIA) is a dedicated nonprofit social enterprise proudly founded in Cameroon. We are legally registered under N° 20/200/RDA/C1/RAAIP. Unlike traditional charities, we operate as a social enterprise, blending humanitarian service with sustainable business models to ensure our impact lasts for generations.
At the heart of our work is the Harda Clinic and Health Services, which serves as our operational arm. This clinic delivers high-quality, affordable medical care to underserved populations while channeling a portion of its earnings directly into HIA’s social programs. This model demonstrates that professional healthcare and community development can coexist and thrive together sustainably.
We believe that true development happens from the ground up. We work with communities, not just for them, fostering a spirit of collaboration and shared responsibility. By operating side-by-side with local people, we address real, self-identified needs and strengthen the local capacity to maintain progress long after our initial intervention.
We recognize that poverty and vulnerability are complex. Therefore, we use an integrated approach to support vulnerable populations through four key pillars:
Health: Expanding access to preventive and essential medical care.
Education: Providing scholarships and vocational skills to youth and women.
Livelihoods: Supporting entrepreneurship and financial literacy to build economic independence.
Humanitarian Support: Delivering immediate relief during crises and disasters.
Our ultimate goal is to provide practical solutions that promote human dignity. We don’t just provide temporary aid; we provide the care, skills, and opportunities necessary for individuals and families to build long-term resilience and thrive independently.
To reach and empower underprivileged communities by providing access to quality healthcare, education, and economic opportunities while promoting volunteerism, social responsibility, and community-driven change. We strive to provide vulnerable people with the care, skills, and opportunities necessary to improve their daily lives and build long-term resilience.
We envision a vibrant Africa where every individual has access to basic needs, equal opportunities, and supportive communities that thrive on compassion, resilience, and empowerment. Our ultimate goal is an Africa where everyone can access the essentials and live within a supportive, fair community.
To achieve this vision, our team and volunteers are guided by five core principles:
Compassion: Serving humanity with genuine care and empathy.
Equity: Promoting fairness and inclusion in every intervention we undertake.
Integrity: Operating with total transparency and accountability in all our actions.
Sustainability: Building long-term impact through community empowerment rather than temporary aid.
Collaboration: Fostering strong partnerships for greater collective change across the continent.
Births safely supported in Harda Clinics
Qualified healthcare professionals delivering care
Flagship programs transforming lives in health, education, livelihoods, and humanitarian relief
Reached communities in 3 cities — Douala, Bamenda, Yaoundé
United under 1 vision: a healthier, empowered Africa
The Humanitarian Initiative for Africa (HIA) is a nonprofit social enterprise founded in Cameroon, legally registered under N° 20/200/RDA/C1/RAAIP. We empower vulnerable communities across Africa through integrated programs in health, education, livelihoods, and humanitarian relief. Our operational arm, Harda Clinic and Health Services, delivers quality, affordable healthcare while supporting our social programs, demonstrating that healthcare and community development can coexist sustainably. We work with communities, not for them, fostering collaboration and long-term impact.
Founded in 2020, HIA was created to blend humanitarian service with sustainable social enterprise. Recognizing that access to healthcare underpins community empowerment, HIA established Harda Clinic as its operational arm to provide medical services and reinvest proceeds into community programs. Over the years, we have expanded our reach across multiple African cities, positively impacting thousands of lives through innovative, community-centered approaches.
We envision a vibrant Africa where every individual has access to basic needs, equal opportunities, and supportive communities that thrive on compassion, resilience, and empowerment.
Compassion: Serving humanity with care and empathy. Equity: Promoting fairness and inclusion in all interventions. Integrity: Operating with transparency and accountability. Sustainability: Building long-term impact through empowerment. Collaboration: Fostering partnerships for greater collective change.
Our mission is to reach and empower underprivileged communities by providing access to quality healthcare, education, and economic opportunities while promoting volunteerism, social responsibility, and community-driven change.
Programs Overview
Empowering youth and women through scholarships, mentorship, and skill development to build knowledge and future opportunities
Promoting health equity by expanding access to preventive care, health education, and essential medical services.
Supporting economic empowerment through entrepreneurship training, financial literacy, and livelihood development.
Our team is led by visionary social entrepreneurs and professionals committed to Africa’s development. Guided by experience, expertise, and a shared passion for service, our leadership ensures that every program and initiative reflects HIA’s mission, values, and long-term goals.
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We have a proven record of best result of building and reputable