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Africa is the second most populous continent on Earth, but sadly over one third of the population
struggles to survive on less than one dollar per day. Diseases and famine are frequent and wide
spread since so many areas do not enjoy regular rainfall. There are numerous opportunities to
volunteer whether you want to provide medical care, educate children, rescue animals, or protect
diminishing habitat.
The first homo sapien was discovered in Ethiopian, and Africa is commonly believed to be the
birthplace of man. This makes it especially sad that it endures such suffering today. Doctors,
nurses, surgeons, dentists and other medical specialist volunteers are needed to provide care to the
poor living in rural areas. Malnutrition, Aids and other diseases, and injuries sustained in ethnic
clashes create an overwhelming need for medical support.
Although animals still has an unrivaled freedom of movement across Africa their natural habitats are
shrinking and are becoming fragmented. Hunting, poaching, and the loss of natural habitat are having
a tremendous impact on these icons of Africa. It will be a sad day when the animals that are so
symbolized with this vast, diverse, and rugged land only roam the jungles and savanna in our
imagination. Volunteer to rehabilitate captured animals or work to protect their habitat; find an
opportunity that satisfies your interest and make a difference.
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