Maisha International's Blog

Ibrahim Beats the Drum

Just watched an older film Beat the Drum.  You can watch it instantly on netflix right now.  Amazing depiction of HIV/AIDS & the devastation it has & is still spreading across the continent of Africa.  I watched it when it came out in 2003, but really had no concept of how true it is.  Now that I’ve seen firsthand, it brings this film to a whole new level.  It addresses the situation on so many levels and is a beautifully done film as well.  It carries a message of education and truth, but the best part is the hope it leaves you with in the end.  I highly recommend you watch it, even if it is one you’ve already seen.  And for those who watch it you’ll understand when I say one of the projects we need to do at Maisha is build a playground.