Africa

Kindernothilfe in Africa

KNH in Africa.

Projects	303
Supported Children	420.069
Countries	10
(June 2008)

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Ethiopia: "Better Future for children"-Project

"Better Future for Children Project" is working in three adjacent districts in West Gojjam Zone in Amhara Regional State. The project's target is to combat poverty in the rural areas and traditions, which are revealed to be detrimental for the children and thereby keep the children from leaving their homes. The project supports 8750 working children, 3500 early marriage victims, 8000 school children, 2880 children who receive an alternative basic education. Another 2.000 women, as well as 600 child workers und 500 early marriage victims are supported by rehabilitation programs. more

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Rwanda: Hand in hand - united against poverty!

During the genocide in Rwanda in 1994 almost one million people were killed. Many people still suffer from this national trauma. Especially widows and orphans live in severe poverty. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) help to improve the situation. The group members experience solidarity and empowerment and develop self-confidence. All of the groups save money and after a while the group members take turns in borrowing money to start a business or make other investments. (Project 67002/AE/12). more

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South Africa: YAZINI-lifeskills program

Despite decades of progress, too many women are still silent victims of rape, domestic violence, assault, abuse, discrimination and their own fears. Youth for Christ/KwaZulu Natal (YfC/KZN), partner of Kindernothilfe in South Africa), aims to facilitate healthy behavioural changes through the empowerment of young people to make informed decisions. more