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Heartache and hunger in Zimbabwe – 11 Apr 2009

Last year, Sifiso and her family were facing extreme difficulties. Originally living in the city of Bulawayo, the death of Sifiso’s husband nudged the family into a downward spiral. They now live in a small house on the outskirts of the city with very limited income.

Sifiso’s family has been helped by Tearfund partners and the local church. They have been receiving food on a regular basis for the last 7 months which means that the whole family are showing signs of improved health. In addition, Sifiso has received some chickens which they are breeding for sale. Recently, they were able to sell three chickens to pay for medicines when Sifiso contracted pneumonia. When telling her story recently she said, ‘I’m alive! Saved by the chickens!’
 
In the last 12 months, Tearfund partners have been able to provide food for 35,000 orphans; seed and fertiliser for 530 families; shelter, food and blankets for 1,500 victims of political violence; and support to local churches speaking out on behalf of the poor in their communities. With the food situation worsening, Tearfund is scaling up its response to provide support for those most in need.

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