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Famine in south Madagascar

More than 600 households received aid from us at this time. They were very happy! One of the elderly men spoke on their behalf and thanked the people from abroad who helped.

Cecilie Thomas   |   22 November 2021
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Moanamary

When Moanamary became a Christian, she felt Jesus physically took her out of the darkness and into a place of light. “It was like I was lifted out of a thick dark forest and placed somewhere bright.” It was a life changing experience and soon her children and grandchildren followed her example.

Cecilie Thomas   |   18 August 2021
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Lessons from Israel

Plant names are significant in the Bible. If the author of a book decides to mention a plant by name, not just tree, or grass, or branch, there must be a reason.

Ada Vultur   |   13 July 2021
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A Picture of Plans Postponed

I had hoped to go to Mandritsara for several weeks in April and May to visit the Tsimihety team, but travel restrictions due to the coronavirus put paid to that idea.

Debbie Simpson   |   26 June 2021
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Covid-19 challenges in Madagascar

The official number of covid-19 cases and deaths is still quite low in Madagascar, compared to many other places in the world. The government was quick to take the situation seriously, and moved quickly to restrict movement, both with the outside world and internally.

Bev Erasmus   |   5 June 2020
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Evacuating on short notice

When you are given approximately a 12-hour notice to leave your house, friends and colleagues, find somewhere to safely store your car, and leave the country for an unknown amount of time, what do you prioritize?

Cecilie Thomas   |   4 June 2020
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