  Development for Africa is moving forward!
Dr. Aisha Fields has just returned from Sierra LeoneIn January , members of the All African People's Development & Empowerment Project travelled to Sierra Leone, West Africa, in order to officially launch a number of development projects in the country. As part of this trip, facilitated by the Africanist Movement of Sierra Leone and West Africa, AAPDEP officials carried out project assessments for clean water, community healthcare and agricultural projects, participated in community meetings, and met with leaders of the Gbanelolo and Oloshoro communities.
AAPDEP projects are set to begin in Gbanelolo and Oloshoro in March of 2008 with the building of community-sized rainwater harvesting systems and a number of community-wide health trainings on how to prevent, identify and treat waterborne diseases. Gbanelolo, which means "meeting place" in the language of the Temene people, is home to over 500, most of whom are subsistence farmers. In Gbanelolo, AAPDEP's African Corps of Engineers, Scientists & Healthcare workers will also work to develop 30 acres of land into a community farm whose produce will be used for community consumption and sale. In Oloshoro, a coastal community home to over 2000 people, AAPDEP is also working to develop a community healthcare project to address the high rate of infant and maternal mortality. Sierra Leone has the highest rate of maternal mortality and one of the highest rates of infant mortality in the world. Thanks to all who have supported the launching of these important projects. Please spread the word as we move forward to make this vision of sustainable development and community health a reality. For more information, visit Contribute to AAPDEP and the development of these projects. |
Support the West African rainwater harvesting, community health and economic development Dr. Aisha Fields and AAPDEP are returning to West Africa in March 2008. AAPDEP projects are set to begin in Gbanelolo and Oloshoro in March of 2008 with the building of community-sized rainwater harvesting systems and a number of community-wide health trainings on how to prevent, identify and treat waterborne diseases. Funds are urgently needed. You can also make a cash donation.
All of the jewelry featured below was donated during 2006 and 2007 during the "All Diamonds are Blood Diamonds" tour and the "African People's Solidarity Day" events, sponsored by the African People's Solidarity Committee.
In addition, a donation of a 50 horsepower boat motor is needed to support the ability of the Oloshoro community to fish the coastal waters for food for the people and economic development.
Estimated value $2,000 to $3,500. |
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Sierra Leone is rich in diamonds, yet the people live on less than $1 day with no access to clean water, electricity, decent shelter or healthcare. The Uhuru Movement says that "All Diamonds are Blood Diamonds." Some generous individuals have returned diamonds and other jewelry to support the work of AAPDEP, which is African people themselves meeting their own basic needs of water, renewable and sustainable energy and healthcare and working to regain control of all of Africa's resources for the benefit of African people everywhere. Your "liberated" diamond comes with a certificate signed by Dr. Aisha Fields authenticating that your purchase is contributing to putting Africa's resources back in the hands of African people.
Antique white gold ring 
1930s Art Deco fresh water pearls and diamonds with white gold. Estimated value $900 to $1,500.
14K Platinum ring, .4K diamonds. 
Princess cut diamonds earring studs. 
10K White gold bracelet. Estimated value $120 and $300.
10K yellow gold, princess cut ring. Estimated value $90 to $110.
Gucci 1900 series watch.
10K white gold pendant with diamond chips. Estimated value $100. 
14K White gold hoop earrings with diamond chips. Estimated value $50 to $200.
Diamond chip cluster ring. 
Men's 10K yellow gold ring 
10K yellow gold ring with diamond chip crown. Estimated value $50. 