Sierra Leone

Saving thousands of infants in Sierra Leone

Saving thousands of infants in Sierra Leone

One of three Sierra Leonean children do not live to age five, and 30 percent of these deaths occur within the first 24 hours of life. World Hope International is helping combat that statistic.

​Toilets and girls

​Toilets and girls

In observance of National Women’s Day, this post by Dr. Jo Anne Lyon suggests how a toilet can bring dignity and opportunities to women in some of the most poverty stricken areas in the world.

Why 2016 marks a pivotal year for Sierra Leone

Why 2016 marks a pivotal year for Sierra Leone

Jo Anne Lyon interviews Carrie Jo Cain, a registered nurse who serves in Sierra Leone. Find out why both Lyon and Kind believe 2016 is a pivotal year for the country in West Africa.

Sierra Leone is now Ebola-free

Sierra Leone is now Ebola-free

The World Health Organization has announced Sierra Leone–a country which accounted for nearly half of all cases during the epidemic–is Ebola-free! Wesleyans can continue to help, post-Ebola.

The edges of the field

The edges of the field

Kenton and Autumn Hofer, South Dakota farmers, have found a way to support farmers in other countries. Other farmers, churches, and individuals have joined in this practical way to help farmers.

The Ebola fight enters final phase

The Ebola fight enters final phase

The Ebola battle enters its final phase in Sierra Leone. There is good news, but the heroic Ebola fighters risk their lives and need the tools to finish the job amidst the trauma and hunger.