Bosele Learning Centre

Bosele is a centre of inspiration in the local community. It's survival as a centre which nurtures children is a testimony to the dedication of the local community. But it is worth remembering the context for children in South Africa. Some of the key facts about the life of children in South Africa are:

* A child born in South Africa today will on average live for 53 years

* In South Africa, 11.9 million children (64% of all children) live in income poverty

* Overall, nearly 4 out of 10 children live in households with no employed household members. * Among the poorest, 7 of out 10 children live in households with no employed members

* 1 in 3 children nationwide experience hunger or are at risk of hunger

* Among children in the poorest households just 50% have access to adequate sanitation