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Lifesong – Zambia Overview
As in most African countries, the orphan problem in Zambia is great, with an estimate of over 1,000,000 orphans (8-10% of the population).
Some other stunning statistics:
- 1 out of every 5 individuals is HIV+.
- The average life expectancy is 30.5 years.
- 50% of Zambia’s population is under the age of 15.
- Only 10% of all children attend school regularly.
This school is caring for 230 orphan and vulnerable children who are receiving Christian education and being fed 2 meals per day. It is the only school in the community that provides 2 meals per day to the children.
Zambia School Catalog of Needs
About Zambia
Location
Southern Africa, east of Angola
Capital City
Lusaka
Area
752,614 sq km (Slightly larger than Texas)
Population
11,502,010
Languages
English (official), major vernaculars - Bemba, Kaonda, Lozi, Lunda, Luvale, Nyanja, Tonga, and about 70 other indigenous languages
Religion
Christian 50%-75%, Muslim and Hindu 24%-49%, indigenous beliefs 1%
**data from www.cia.gov
