Madam, – There is much controversy surrounding Madonna’s intention to adopt a child in Malawi and understandable concern about the circumstances surrounding the possible adoption.
However, no one could dispute that adoption in itself is a wonderful concept. There are many children from Africa and elsewhere living in this country, who have been successfully adopted and all involved are very happy.
Whatever the outcome, it would be wonderful if Madonna, given her strong connections with Malawi and her obvious concern for the children there, could highlight internationally the fact that so many Malawian women lose their lives at a very young age, as a result of maternal mortality, HIV and other poverty-related illnesses. Improvements in the healthcare system are vital and would have a direct impact on the ability of these wonderful women to live longer and care for their children. – Yours, etc,