Sometimes referred to as “the jewel of Africa,” south-africa has transformed itself from one of the world’s poorest nations in 1966 into one of continent’s most impressive economic and political showcases. Full of not only beautiful people, the country’s breathtaking landscape and wild animals also draw tourists by the thousands each year.
Yet despite being a nation full of beauty and potential, south-africa also faces many underlying challenges. With one out of three people in the nation HIV positive, life expectancy has dropped from 72 to 39 since 1990, and AIDS/HIV has left 80,000 orphans. With the world’s second highest HIV infection rate, funerals (learn more)
Yet despite being a nation full of beauty and potential, south-africa also faces many underlying challenges. With one out of three people in the nation HIV positive, life expectancy has dropped from 72 to 39 since 1990, and AIDS/HIV has left 80,000 orphans. With the world’s second highest HIV infection rate, funerals (learn more)
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- Violent crimes are commonplace and the murder rate is seven times that of the USA. Pray that Christians would be able to make an impact in this hurting society.
- 1,200 victims are buried each day due to the AIDS epidemic. Pray for effective solutions to slow down this terrible trend. Pray for different organizations who are providing care and support for all who are suffering.
