Lesotho

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Mountaineers for Christ

Involves local churches and the wider community in its activities so that everyone can play a part in making life better for people affected by HIV and poverty.

Shekinah Preschool

Quality care and education for orphaned and vulnerable children in Mokhotlong, including a new preschool building and toilets.

 

E3 partner communities in Lesotho – context at a glance:

  • E3 partners work in Mokhotlong.

  • Limited opportunities to earn a living: E3 partners are improving livelihoods in Mokhotlong, an isolated rural community where most people live on less than $2 a day.

  • High rates of HIV infection: it was estimated by UNAIDS that the HIV prevalence rate was 18.5% in 2023 and 270,000 people were living with HIV. HIV education is key to reduce the spread of HIV and ensure people can live positively with the disease.

  • Improvements to people knowing their status and accessing medication: 95% of people living with HIV know their status and 89% are on antiretroviral treatment. With proper care, medication and nutritious food, those living with HIV can lead healthy, productive lives well into old age.

  • Importance of improving life for young people: 35% of Lesotho’s population is 14 years and younger.

  • Challenges for boys and girls in completing school: E3 partners are working to encourage and enable children to complete their education. There are 83,000 orphans due to AIDS (aged 0 to 17).

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