In a story pulled from the “I didn’t realize that really happens, but I’m glad it does” file, Canada has forgiven over $20 million of debt owed to it by the Republic of Congo.  The Canadian Debt Initiative has forgiven nearly $1 billion in sovereign debt since its inception, working closely with countries that have demonstrated an earnest desire to move beyond less admirable past actions and toward policy that supports the welfare and prosperity of their citizens and fellow nations.

For the full story, visit this link and and then head over to UNICEF’s website for more information about how you can help the Congo grow into a healthy, vibrant nation right in the heart of Africa.

Action: Donate to Congo via UNICEF

[Canada Cancels All Debt Owed By Republic of Congo via Canada Department of Finance]

Contributed by Michael Utz, ShareNow.com Staff Editor // Photo by alancleaver_2000 via Flickr