Profile: Mother of triplets walked 12 kilometers to a health center to give birth

Marie Chantal Nyirahabimana an unemployed 32-year –old mother, successfully gave birth to three healthy male triplets on June 19th, 2011.  She is a resident of Kivugiza Village of Gikomero Sector, Gasabo District. Nyirahabimana was transferred to Kibagabaga Hospital after the health center in her area could not handle the situation.
Theogene Murindabyuma(R) with wife and  their six children alongside his niece. There eldest daughter carries one of the Triplets (Photo T.Kisambira)
Theogene Murindabyuma(R) with wife and their six children alongside his niece. There eldest daughter carries one of the Triplets (Photo T.Kisambira)
Doreen Umutesi