"We are... motivated by our desire for economic empowerment, not only for our communities, but for the country as a whole." Thelma Turay, Agricultural Coordinator, Faith Healing Development Organization
Personal Story
Women's Self Help; A Success - Febiano, a very energetic ex-Frelimo fighter, carried this war-like spirit into our Community Development Project (Manica District). She became a strong member of our community church.Read More... Women's Self Help; A Success - Febiano,...
Quote – Margaret Makimbira, Director, Emmanuel Ministries
"Working with children is one of the most rewarding ministries in life. We build relationships with them and their parents. Those little faces make us so happy and fulfilled. We are preparing them for a better and more purposeful future." Margaret Makimbira,...
Personal Story
Orphan Care Success Story — Dear Jenifer and BWA,Receive greetings from us here at the Lewa Children's Home. We are all fine and we celebrated Christmas well. Jenifer, we participated in a workshop, which lasted for three weeks. There were a total of nineteen...
Quote by Phyllis Keino, Director, Lewa Children’s’ Home
"We are most proud of the success of the children with their education, health and respect." Phyllis Keino, Director, Lewa Children's' Home
Zambia Background
The territory of Northern Rhodesia was administered by the South Africa Company from 1891 until it was taken over by the UK in 1923. Read More... The territory of Northern Rhodesia was administered by the South Africa Company from 1891 until it was taken over by the...
Sierra Leone Background
The government is slowly reestablishing its authority after the 1991 to 2002 civil war that resulted in tens of thousands of deaths and Read More... The government is slowly reestablishing its authority after the 1991 to 2002 civil war that resulted in tens of...
Zimbabwe Background
Kenya Background
Founding president and liberation struggle icon Jomo KENYATTA led Kenya from independence until his death in 1978, Read More... Founding president and liberation struggle icon Jomo KENYATTA led Kenya from independence until his death in 1978, when President Daniel...
Ethiopia Background
Unique among African countries, the ancient Ethiopian monarchy maintained its freedom from colonial rule, with the exception of the 1936-41 Italian occupation during World War II. Read More... Country Information and Statistics Unique among African countries, the...
Ethiopia Success Story
HUNDEE (Oromo Grassroots Development Organization) —Adde Elfnesh is a widow of 40 years old. She lives with her two daughters and two sons.Read More... HUNDEE (Oromo Grassroots Development Organization) - Adde Elfnesh is a widow of 40 years old. She...
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