Raising The Next Generation
Orphan Care
An Orphaned Nation
In 2006 Partners in Action began its work in Eswatini by partnering with Challenge Ministries Swaziland to help them acquire and transform the once abandoned mining town of Bulembu into a haven of hope for orphaned and vulnerable children (“OVC’s”). At the time, an estimated 10% of the population was left orphaned and vulnerable due to the HIV/AIDS pandemic that swept away the parental generation. Since then, we have been on a mission to create a self-sustaining town that cares for orphaned and vulnerable children in family-style care.
Once a thriving mining town, in 2001, the mining company was liquidated and Bulembu was left abandoned. In 2006, God provided the path for the purchase of the 4,200 acres of property that comprise the town and the surrounding land. The property has been purposed to house orphaned and vulnerable children. The community and ministry have been blessed with the business leadership and experience to lead an amazing social venture.
Today, there are almost 400 orphaned and vulnerable children who call Bulembu home. The town is once again, a thriving community with over 800 residents.
Featured Affiliates
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Orphan Care
Family-Style Homes for OVC's
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Bulembu Christian Academy
Educating The Next Generation Of Leaders
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Restoring A Town
Slowly rebuilding an entire town
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Sustainability Enterprises
Bulembu Businesses established to fund childcare needs
Orphan Care
Today, over 54% of the child population of Eswatini are classified as orphaned and vulnerable. In a nation of only 1.2 million there are more than 350,000 Orphaned and Vulnerable Children (OVC). We provide safe, loving homes to as many children as we can afford at Bulembu today.
Bulembu Christian Academy
Bulembu Christian Academy is a private christian school that provides K through 12th Grade education for all the Bulembu children. The classrooms are kept intentionally small so that teachers are able to provide personalized education paths for our children in care.
Restoring A Town
After sitting vacant for so many years, much of the infrastructure in Bulembu became dilapidated. We continue in our commitment to rebuild the town, brick by brick.
Sustainability Enterprises
Essential Oils, Timber, Honey, Bulembu Lodge & Conference Center, Bulembu Dairy, and Bakery are all businesses that we established for the expressed purpose of funding childcare needs, leading to a self-sustaining town.
Be A Part Of The Bulembu Story
We are passionate about the success of Bulembu, for no other reason than the almost 400 children who call it home. Being the guardians for that many children is an incredible responsibility, and we can’t do it without people like you standing with us. Here are a few ways we’d love for you to consider joining us in this life-changing journey:
Sponsor a Child – Give a child the opportunity to have a safe loving home in Bulembu!
Partner a Product – Does your business have a product that could be socially branded? Let’s chat!
Become a “Sister School” – Encourage your school to partner with the Bulembu Christian Academy, and become a “Sister School!”
Back a Business – The Bulembu enterprise leaders are always looking for ways to expand. You could help!
Solar Power – Electricity is our third highest expense. Help us bring this down and create our own energy!
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