The Children of Malawi

Fanizo, 14, also lost his mother to AIDS. With the help of Raising Malawi, he is able to attend the Kamuzu Academy, one of the nation's most prestigious schools.
Kristen Ashburn

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Fanizo, 14, also lost his mother to AIDS. With the help of Raising Malawi, a foundation co-founded by Madonna, he is able to attend the Kamuzu Academy, one of the nation's most prestigious schools.

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