# Operatie Gran Mati medical mission in Suriname > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/operatie-gran-mati-medical-mission-in-suriname > Updated: 2026-08-26T04:00:22.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The sixth edition of ‘Operatie Gran Mati’ (Operation Big Friend) launched on August 19, 2026, to provide medical services and health education to residents in Suriname’s Marowijne district, specifically in Moengo and Albina. Led by the Ministry of Defense in collaboration with partners from the Netherlands and the United States, the initiative offers basic healthcare, dental care, eye care, and education on nutrition, vaccinations, and disease prevention. Minister of Defense Uraiqit Ramsaran noted the operation demonstrates the military’s social responsibility, stating that ‘Gran Mati’ emphasizes the bond between defense forces and the community. On August 25, the operation expanded its impact through the transfer of medical supplies and consumables to the Marwina Hospital. These goods were provided via the U.S. Southern Command and the state of South Dakota. Herman Jintie, chairman of the Marwina Hospital foundation board, remarked that ‘Suriname’s healthcare will not be able to do it without the support of external partners.’ ## Timeline ### 2026-08-26: Marwina Hospital receives medical supplies via Operatie Gran Mati Marwina Hospital received medical supplies via Operatie Gran Mati, a civil-military initiative supported by the U.S. Southern Command to bolster healthcare in eastern Suriname. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/marwina-hospital-receives-medical-supplies-via-operatie-gran-mati ### 2026-08-21: Suriname launches Operatie Gran Mati medical mission The Suriname Ministry of Defense has launched the sixth Operatie Gran Mati, providing free medical, dental, and eye care to residents of Moengo and Albina through August 29. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/suriname-launches-operatie-gran-mati-medical-mission --- Cite as: Operatie Gran Mati medical mission in Suriname. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/operatie-gran-mati-medical-mission-in-suriname