STREET KIDS PROJECT centre Talibé de Boucotte
Ziguinchor, a city in southern Senegal has many street children. These children, often referred to as "talibés," are typically sent by their families to Quranic schools, known as "daaras," where they are expected to study the Quran.
Recognizing the challenges faced by these children, African revival ministries SENEGAL has initiated programs in Ziguinchor to provide support and improve their living conditions. For instance, a center of helping them has been set up in BOUCOTTE. It helps children in recreational activities, receive education in French and English, access hygiene facilities, and receive medical care for minor injuries. The center serves 30 to 50 children daily, offering them a safe space and support.
Continuous support from local communities, government initiatives, and non-governmental organizations is essential to ensure the well-being and protection of these children.
Due to a lack of funds, the center has been shut down, even though the need is still there.