10/03/2026
Baby Dau Atem has successfully undergone surgery in Nairobi, Kenya after being supported by the Manyang Disability Foundation
The young boy, who had a massive swelling on his face, first came to public attention after a relative shared a video of him on TikTok from a village in Warrap State.
Manyang Malet, the Australia-based founder of the Manyang Disability Foundation, stepped in with support from donors and arranged for the child to be brought to Juba for medical attention. However, doctors in Juba said the surgery could not be performed locally due to the seriousness of his condition.
The foundation later facilitated Dau’s transfer to Nairobi, where he underwent surgery today. Manyang confirmed on social media that the operation was successful, thanking God and the donors who contributed to making the treatment possible.