Category Archives: Zimbabwe
Renew the face of the earth
Augusto Zampini is a member of CAFOD’s theological reference group. He is an Argentinian priest, currently studying for a PhD in theology and social ethics at Roehampton University, where he also lectures in moral theology. He is currently travelling to … Continue reading
“Clean water makes life possible.”
On her way to hospital, in an open cart pulled by cattle, Marian thought she was dying from cholera. She remembers little of that journey, just flashes of pain as she fell in and out of consciousness. “I prepared to … Continue reading
From Holyhead to Holywell: My solidarity walk for water
I’m packing for the journey ahead. Toothbrush: check, spare socks: check, deodorant: check, pyjamas: check. I pack an empty water bottle . I could fill it, but it’s convenient not to. I would prefer to get fresh water when I start on tomorrow morning. I … Continue reading
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Rachel’s water challenge: day five
One of the ever-present considerations during this week is what to eat. This evening I took my usual Thursday evening trip over to my parent’s house for tea (dinner or supper, to any southerners reading) but couldn’t decide how to … Continue reading
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Zimbabwe: Resilience after decade of devastating decline
There is a lot to say about Zimbabwe. After many years of decline – the collapse, really, of both the economy and the health care sector – I’ve been happy to see some level or normality return to the country. … Continue reading
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