Child Soldiers

A large topic of concern for children in Africa is the fact that many are forced to become soldiers at very young ages.  There are many modern movies that depict how these children must live. A few of these movies include "Blood Diamond," "Hotel Rwanada," and a documentary called "Soldier Child." All of these films are very emotional and do a great job at demonstrating the lives many children are forced into. These children are forced into fighting with the rebels and sometimes even have to kill members of their own families. The children often have to perform others tasks besides killings. They are asked to spy, send messages, or become sex slaves. To me this is one of the worst things I have learned about Africa. Disease and poverty occur all over the world, even in parts of America. Children becoming angry,murderous soldiers isnt as commonly seen so this type of news is the most shocking. I really feel that someone needs to step in and protect these children. It is the children of Africa that will decide what the future of Africa will become. With children being forced into this rebel role the future of Africa isnt so bright.

Below is a clip of children soldiers in Africa and how they live.