Who We're Serving

Zimbabwe has one of the most severe HIV/AIDS epidemics in sub-Saharan Africa. Since 1990, life expectancy has decreased from 61 to 34 years, the shortest lifespan of any country on Earth. It is estimated that by 2010, more than one-third of the children in Zimbabwe could become orphans as a result of AIDS. Over 160,000 children in Zimbabwe experienced the death of a parent in 2005. Coupled with this is the dire economic and political situation in Zimbabwe. Currently 83% of the population is unemployed. Since 1990, the under-five mortality rate has increased by 50%.

The feeding program currently operates in 9 sites near Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe. About 20,000 meals are served each month. In addition to the food served, basic medical exams and treatment have been provided at some sites and will eventually be expanded to all sites.