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Malawi Statistics

Population:
12,884,000 (2006)

Life Expectancy:
40 years

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

People Living with HIV/AIDS:
1,400,000

Orphaned Children:
950,000

Secondary School Enrollment:
Boys—31%, Girls—25%

Population Living on Less Than $1 Per Day:
21%

Source: The World Factbook (2008)

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Sponsor Madalitso Phiri

Malawi

Age: 6   Grade: Preschool
Reference Number: MA-VP1-0379
Location: Mtsiliza, Malawi

Sponsor Madalitso for only $32/Monthly

Biography

Madalitso lives with his widowed mother and one brother in the village of Mtsiliza. Madalitso’s father died from tuberculosis in 2003. Madalitso is living in very poor conditions and lacks food, clothing and other basic needs.

Madalitso is described as a well-behaved, gentle and honest, young man. He likes to play netball and his favorite color is green. Madalitso enjoys school where his favorite subject is language arts. When he grows up, Madalitso hopes to be a pastor to preach the good news throughout Malawi. Madalitso helps his family by cleaning, washing clothes and carrying water to the home.

Madalitso has accepted Jesus as his personal Savior and likes to pray, sing and attend church. Please join us in praying for continued spiritual growth and blessings in Madalitso’s life.