Bethesda Food Security Project

Africa Burundi Food Security

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Bethesda Food Security Project

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AFRICA:

Bethesda Food Security Project

Anglican Aid is partnering with the Diocese of Muyinga’s Bethesda Project to combat severe malnutrition amongst those who live with a disability in Muyinga.

Burundi is one of the poorest countries in the world, with 50% of children under the age of five suffering from malnutrition. Ineffective farming practices, land scarcity, infertile soil, and poor water management all lead to small harvests. High inflation is also making it increasingly hard for people living in poverty to purchase food and other essentials. This malnutrition then heightens the effects of tropical diseases and prevents the treatment of disabilities. Those who are ill or who are living with a disability are excluded from society and are unable to access education.

While the aim of the Bethesda Project is to support people living with a disability, project staff have discovered that it’s impossible to provide healthcare and education when people are severely malnourished.

Consequently, in partnership with Anglican Aid, the Bethesda Food Security Project will provide project participants with improved seeds and equipment, as well as training in effective farming techniques and nutrition education. While this long-term project is established, food aid will be provided to boost nutrition and the ability to thrive. Pregnant women, mothers with young children, children and those with disabilities whose future health and development can be severely impacted by malnutrition will be the focus of this immediate aid.

With your support, the Bethesda Food Security Project will empower individuals and families, provide practical assistance, enable community participation and show the love of Christ to those who need it most.