Projects In Tafara, Zimbabwe
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We have been working in Tafara township since 2009. Tafara is a high-density area located 36 minutes from Harare, the capital city, of Zimbabwe. The official unemployment rate is difficult to tie-down, however, unofficial statistics show it as high as 90%. In the last year the inflation rate has surged throughout Zimbabwe further stretching the $1 a day an average person may earn in the country.
WHAT WE DO IN TAFARA:
Tafara Childcare and Nutritional Centre
A secure and caring environment that feeds the mind, body and spirit.
Our support of the Childcare Centre includes:breakfast and lunch programs for the children
teacher's salaries and uniforms
educational toys and school supplies
WHAT WE DO IN TAFARA:
Tafara Childcare and Nutritional Centre
A secure and caring environment that feeds the mind, body and spirit.
Our support of the Childcare Centre includes:breakfast and lunch programs for the children
teacher's salaries and uniforms
educational toys and school supplies
Microloan Programs for Women
"Talitha Cumi!" "Little girl, I say to you, get up!". Mark 5:41.
Through education, training and a small loan women in Zimbabwe are now taking care of themselves as well as their families.
A Little History:
Between 2002 and 2006, the population in Zimbabwe was estimated to have decreased by four million people. Plagued by severe crises (an unprecedented rise in inflation, a severe cholera epidemic, high rates of unemployment, political violence, and a near-total collapse of the health system) it continues to struggle and emerge from political gridlock, economic collapse and international isolation.
Further, the seizure of thousands of white-owned farms in 2000 disrupted the agriculture-based economy. And, in May of 2005 “Operation Mambatsvina”,which translates to ‘operation drive out trash’, redistributed people from urban to rural areas. Large numbers of homes and businesses were demolished and their tenants forcibly removed, many in the middle of the night, leaving thousands homeless, unemployed and starving.
The operation directly affected 700,000 people through loss of their homes or livelihood and is estimated to have indirectly affected 2.4 million people. Some of the women in this project had their businesses destroyed during this movement and desperately wanted to rebuild.
We have supported over a dozen projects for women in Tafara, however, with the current economy in Zimbabwe it is very difficult to start a business. As this page is being updated on June 2, 2020 the inflation rate has risen to over 600%. We are proud of all the women in the program. They continue to be an inspiration!
"Talitha Cumi!" "Little girl, I say to you, get up!". Mark 5:41.
Through education, training and a small loan women in Zimbabwe are now taking care of themselves as well as their families.
A Little History:
Between 2002 and 2006, the population in Zimbabwe was estimated to have decreased by four million people. Plagued by severe crises (an unprecedented rise in inflation, a severe cholera epidemic, high rates of unemployment, political violence, and a near-total collapse of the health system) it continues to struggle and emerge from political gridlock, economic collapse and international isolation.
Further, the seizure of thousands of white-owned farms in 2000 disrupted the agriculture-based economy. And, in May of 2005 “Operation Mambatsvina”,which translates to ‘operation drive out trash’, redistributed people from urban to rural areas. Large numbers of homes and businesses were demolished and their tenants forcibly removed, many in the middle of the night, leaving thousands homeless, unemployed and starving.
The operation directly affected 700,000 people through loss of their homes or livelihood and is estimated to have indirectly affected 2.4 million people. Some of the women in this project had their businesses destroyed during this movement and desperately wanted to rebuild.
We have supported over a dozen projects for women in Tafara, however, with the current economy in Zimbabwe it is very difficult to start a business. As this page is being updated on June 2, 2020 the inflation rate has risen to over 600%. We are proud of all the women in the program. They continue to be an inspiration!
A new pastor thanks to our microloan program!
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With the funding we provided this young lady operates a small vegetable stand which allows her to feed herself and her son.
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Food Distribution, Care Packages, First Aide Clinics and More!
We work closely with our project managers to assess the needs prior to every trip to Zimbabwe. Based on their knowledge, we go into action collecting supplies and putting programs in place that will help the people we serve.
We work closely with our project managers to assess the needs prior to every trip to Zimbabwe. Based on their knowledge, we go into action collecting supplies and putting programs in place that will help the people we serve.
Care packages of food and soap for the sick, elderly and widows.
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A line of hungry people wait for a hot meal outside the school.
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