In a heartwarming tale that defies age norms, a 70-year-old woman in Uganda has become one of the world’s oldest new mothers, giving birth to twins after receiving fertility treatment. Safina Namukwaya, who had previously welcomed a daughter in 2020 through in vitro fertilization (IVF) at the Women’s Hospital International and Fertility Center in Kampala, recently delivered a healthy boy and girl via cesarean section.

Namukwaya’s journey, guided by fertility specialist Dr. Edward Tamale Sali, saw the twins born at 31 weeks gestation, weighing just over 3 pounds each. Despite the challenges of a cesarean section and premature birth, Namukwaya is reported to be in good health, walking around the hospital, and expressing her joy through an interpreter on a video call.

I feel great, Namukwaya declares. Some might argue that 70 years is old, but God decided that I get to have twins at 70. There is no one that can put a limit on Godï”

The twins’ arrival marks a significant milestone at the Women’s Hospital, with Namukwaya becoming the oldest woman to give birth at the facility. The hospital, renowned for its specialized care in assisting couples struggling to conceive, has witnessed breakthroughs in fertility treatments.

This incredible story not only showcases the triumph of medical advancements but also highlights the unwavering spirit of Namukwaya, whose faith and resilience shine through her journey into motherhood at an age when many might least expect it.

As breakthroughs in IVF research continue to push boundaries, stories like Namukwaya’s serve as a testament to the incredible possibilities that modern fertility treatments can offer. The joyous occasion reminds us that, indeed, age is just a number.