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African Challenges

Ever wanted to do something out of the ordinary? Participate in an African challenge, and get the opportunity to visit an AMREF project...

This year, AMREF is giving you the unique opportunity to combine an adventure challenge in Africa and visit an AMREF health development project, where you will see the difference your sponsorship money is making in Africa.

The 2012 overseas challenge events will give you a once in a lifetime opportunity to see another side of life in Africa. What are you waiting for? Go for it!


02 May 2012 Written by

Trek in Ethiopia

The Simien Mountains are one of the major highlands of Africa, rising to their highest point in Ethiopia. Ras Dejen, at 4,620m, is the fourth highest peak in the African continent. Groups of ten or more will also have the opportunity to visit an AMREF project in Ethiopia to see the work their money and effort is supporting.

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Footsteps of the Maasai

This African Bush Trek gives a wonderful insight into the lives and customs of one of Africa’s most famous nomadic tribes, the Maasai. Beginning in the foothills of Mount Longdio, a sacred Maasai mountain, you will cross the beautiful Great Rift Valley with the Maasai as your guides.

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Climb Mount Kilimanjaro

Mount Kilimanjaro stands 5,896 metres above sea level and is Africa’s highest peak, the world’s tallest freestanding mountain and an inactive volcano. Could you think of a more fitting challenge to complete in aid of AMREF’s work in Africa?

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About AMREF UK

The African Medical and Research Foundation is Africa’s leading health development organisation.

We deliver good quality health care closer to those who need it most. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, AMREF is a truly African organisation whose vision is lasting health change in Africa.