In this West African country of Sierra Leona, the average life expectancy is only 51.8. In the last few years, the country has been ravaged by disease, and in 2016, had the second highest number of Ebola deaths in the world. Hardship is all too common for our brothers and sisters in this nation, but they strive on, trying to make a better future for themselves, their families and their communities. One of the ways they do this is through palm oil trade. Palm oil provides a third of the world’s vegetable oil, and due to high international demand, oil palms are a popular crop in Sierra Leone and can provide a steady income for many.
Musu Williams is one such trader with two young children. Thanks to your donations, the Sowers Fund was able to purchase gallons of palm oil for Musu to help her start trading, earn a regular wage, and be able to provide for the day to day needs of her family. Thank you to those who continue to support others in great need.