Behind the numbers
Three stories from Kakuma, shared with the families' consent.
Milly Sharon Akuuta
Age 8, Kabokorit Primary School
Milly was living on the streets, in the care of an uncle who was not looking after her. TNCH social workers met her, placed her in safe foster care and enrolled her at Kabokorit Primary School through sponsorship. Today she is loved, fed and learning.
“She finally has a place where she is known, fed and taught.”
Leah Amojong
Bachelor of Education
Leah was sponsored through TNCH from primary school all the way to university. She is completing a Bachelor of Education and intends to return to her community as a teacher: a sponsored child becoming a teacher for children like her.
“My dream is to inspire students, give back to my community and support other needy children just as I was supported.”
Abigael Napeyok Kaile
Grade 4, carrying her sister's dream
Earlier this year Gloria, one of the sponsored primary school children, became gravely ill. She was referred to a hospital in Lodwar, but the 20,000 shillings for the ambulance could not be found in time, and Gloria died. Her mother said she was singing before she passed.
After the funeral, Gloria's younger sister Abigael said she wanted to continue Gloria's dream and help her parents. She is now in Grade 4.
“Pray for Abigael as she studies, so that Gloria will be remembered and her dream fulfilled.”
Why this work is urgent
Life-threatening risks are never far from the door in Kakuma.
Disease
Malaria, cholera, typhoid, snake bites and malnutrition, with little medical care within reach.
Transport
TNCH has no vehicle. Reaching a clinic at night is often impossible, a gap that has cost lives.
Street life
Children in Kakuma town end up on the streets unless someone reaches them early.