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Sierra Leone Statistics

Population:
6,294,774 (2006)

Life Expectancy:
41 years

Infant Mortality Rate:
156 deaths per 1,000 live births

People Living with HIV/AIDS:
73,000

Orphaned Children:
340,000

Secondary School Enrollment:
Boys—35%, Girls—26%

Population Living on Less Than $1 Per Day:
57%

Source: The World Factbook (2008)

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Sponsor Isatu Kanu

Sierra Leone

Age: 14   Grade: 5th
Reference Number: SL-01-0023
Location: Banta Mokelleh, Sierra Leone

Sponsor Isatu for only $43/Monthly

Biography

Isatu comes from the village of Bundulai. Her mother died from malaria and pneumonia in 2002. Her father is old and unable to take proper care of her.

Isatu is described as quiet, active and helpful. She plays well with others and her favorite color is blue. She likes playing with toy cars. Isatu enjoys school where her
favorite subject is music. When she grows up, Isatu hopes to be a tailor because she likes to sew. Isatu helps out in the home by sweeping, mopping, washing clothes and helping in the kitchen.

Isatu has accepted Jesus as her personal Savior. Her
favorite Bible verse is James 4:7. Because of your
sponsorship, Isatu will have new opportunities to learn and grow physically, mentally and spiritually. Thank you for your concern and prayers.