Meet the People Driving Change Across East Africa
EACOA is led by a dedicated team of advocates, survivors, caregivers, and community leaders united by a single mission — to ensure every ostomate in East Africa lives with dignity, support, and access to care.
Executive Officers
Dr. Alex Mushabe
Chairman, EACOA
Director, Ostomy Association of Uganda
Tarsim Singh Devgun
Vice Chairman, EACOA
Chairman, Stoma World Kenya
Mary Wanjiru Thuo
Secretary, EACOA
Vice Chairperson, Stoma World Kenya
Lilian Ruguru Njogu
Treasurer, EACOA
Program Manager, Stoma World Kenya
Board Members
Tejinder Singh Ghatauray
Board Member, EACOA
OGW, HSC • Philanthropist & Social Impact Champion
Walter Otim Robinson
Board Member, EACOA
Ostomy Advocate • Colorectal Cancer Survivor
Mohammed
Board Member, EACOA
Colorectal Cancer Champion • Country Representative
Clinical Team
Lawrence Gichini
Clinical Lead — Stoma Therapy & Education
Stoma, Wound & Continence Nurse Specialist • 14+ Years Experience
Want to Be Part of the EACOA Mission?
Whether you are an ostomate, a healthcare professional, an NGO, or a supporter — there is a place for you in the EACOA community. Join us in building a stronger, more connected East Africa for people living with ostomies.
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