The Vogue singer launched a 50-bed pediatrics ward at Queen Elizabeth Central Hospital in the commercial capital Blantyre on Thursday.
Sarah Ezzy, director of the charity Raising Malawi, said the new facility is the first dedicated pediatric intensive care unit in the country.
Former Malawi President Joyce Banda had stripped Madonna of her VIP status last year by forcing the singer to check into her private jet as an ordinary passenger. New President Peter Mutharika has restored the singer's VIP status. The president's spokesman said the country appreciates Madonna's charity work.
Madonna took to her Twitter account to share her special Thanksgiving moments in Malawi:
Werking on my skilzz @missionariesofcharity #raisingmalawi #rebelheart pic.twitter.com/6Olgwg69z6
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 26, 2014
"We Give Thanks at Queen Elizabeth Hospital after a successful operation! @raisingmalawi" -Madonna pic.twitter.com/Xuv9W2kPAz
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 27, 2014
Surgical Trainees at Queen Elizabeth Hospital! In the business of Miracles! @raisingmalawi #livingforlove pic.twitter.com/4kYs3mKpfA
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 27, 2014
Mabvuto thrives against all odds! The Future of Malawi! #livingforlove pic.twitter.com/RaVVihCyVR
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 27, 2014
The World is upside down! Count your blessings! They are endless............... @raisingmalawi. pic.twitter.com/DhfLzJTTUi
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 27, 2014
Happy Thanksgiving from Malawi! #livingforlove pic.twitter.com/CE2z8D4T7T
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 27, 2014
My Hero Prof.Borgstien-he's A Boss! Saving lives everyday at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. #raisingmalawi #livingforlove pic.twitter.com/pmIIGIJwzl
— Madonna (@Madonna) November 28, 2014
Madonna helps fund a number of charities — including orphanages, schools and medical facilities in Malawi.