Fathering Swaziland

Come and be a part of what God is doing in Swaziland!

 

 

 

 

Participants on this trip will be working with the large number of orphaned children through Pastor Gift, working in care points to feed and educate orphaned children. Though devastated by the rapid spread of HIV, Swaziland is an absolute place of smiles and hope. Participants can also expect to teach and preach at area churches as well as participating in children’s ministry, pastor’s conferences and hospital ministry.

 

(Compliments of Wikipedia and CIA.gov)

 

Southern Africa, between Mozambique and South Africa

 

Varies from tropical to near temperate

 

Ethnic Groups

African 97%, European 3%

 

Zionist 40% (a blend of Christianity and indigenous ancestral worship), Roman Catholic 20%, Muslim 10%, other (includes Anglican, Bahai, Methodist, Mormon, Jewish) 30%

 

Languages

English (official, government business conducted in English), siSwati (official)

 

Literacy

Definition: age 15 and over can read and write Total population: 81.6% Male: 82.6% Female: 80.8% (2003 est.)

 

Culture

The principle Swazi social unit is the homestead, a traditional beehive hut thatched with dry grass. In a polygamous homestead, each wife has her own hut and yard surrounded by reed fences. There are three structures for sleeping, cooking, and storage (brewing beer). In larger homesteads there are also structures used as bachelors’ quarters and guest accommodation.

 

 

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