New 'Children of Africa' charity launched in Roscommon

A new charity, the 'Children of Africa', is being launched in County Roscommon this weekend with the aim of helping street kids in South Africa.

It is hoped to set up a shelter for the deprived children in South Africa.

Founder of the charity Chrona Garvey said that fundraising is getting underway and that a little money goes a long way: "€100 will provide clothing, shelter, nutrition, medical care, and counselling for a child for a month."