a few unfathomable facts;

    •    Population: 70 million
    •    UN human development index: Bottom of 187 countries surveyed
    •    Life expectancy: 48 years
    •    Has 70% of the globe's coltan - vital for mobile phones
    •    Average annual income: $300
    •    With 13% of the world's hydropower potential, its network of rivers could power much of Africa
    •    Just 9% of the population has access to electricity
(Sources: Estimated figures from the UN and World Bank)

a few unfathomable facts;

    •    Population: 70 million
    •    UN human development index: Bottom of 187 countries surveyed
    •    Life expectancy: 48 years
    •    Has 70% of the globe's coltan - vital for mobile phones
    •    Average annual income: $300
    •    With 13% of the world's hydropower potential, its network of rivers could power much of Africa
    •    Just 9% of the population has access to electricity
(Sources: Estimated figures from the UN and World Bank)

Generally speaking, children raised in the slum areas will remain there as adults. Education can break the cycle. This school exists for that purpose. They educate children who would otherwise be 'street-children'. This is accomplished for $12/child/month !!
I think this is a worthy project with long term rewards! I was able to bring some assistance this year and I am searching for more for next year.
Thanks for checking in......