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Caroline has lived with her mother her whole life. They try and earn money by raising food, but it is difficult to make enough for school fees. Caroline is described as a “brave girl”.

Since coming to Kobwin, Caroline enjoys playing netball and would one day like to become a nurse or a tailor.

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Rebecca’s father died in 2007 and she has since lived with her grandparents. Her grandparents struggled to support Rebecca so in 2016 she came to live with a Kobwin staff member, Shadrach Okiror. He is the family group father at Kobwin Children’s Center.

Since coming to Kobwin, Rebecca has grown in her enjoyment to read books. She also enjoys playing with friends. One day she would like to become a doctor.

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Sarah sometimes lives with her mother and sometimes lives with her grandmother. She is currently living with her grandmother and two other boys. Her grandmother is a subsistence farmer, but struggles to provide for those in her care.

Since coming to Kobwin, Sarah has enjoyed learning English and playing with friends. One day she would like to become a nurse.

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Mary’s father is incapable of caring for his children, so Mary and her twin sister live with their half-sister.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Mary is active, outgoing, well-behaved, and completes her classwork quickly. She enjoys netball, dodgeball, and reading books. In the future, she would like to become a nurse.

Mary is learning more about the Lord and believes Jesus is the Son of God, but isn’t yet a Christian.

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Eliab was the last child born to his parents who were living together and in an exclusive relationship, but not married. He lived with both parents until the death of his father, in 2000. He has lived with his mother since then. His mother, comes to church here at Kasana Community Church. She is a peasant farmer and she is now old. She has a small plot where she was able to build a house and is able to grow enough food on the remaining land to feed the family but struggles to make any additional income for school fees, and so she came to New Hope for help with schooling for Eliab.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Eliab is quiet and reserved, but is now beginning to open up more. He is currently completing an internship at a radio station and hopes to go to the university and pursue a career in it. He lives with his mother and many half siblings. Eliab has progressively grown in terms of being responsible, increased in his character development and has shown spiritual growth. He has developed a personal relationship with the Lord and has become a very focused and a visionary young man.

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Dennis was the last born child to his parents who were in a traditional marriage, but his father had one other wife. Dennis lived with both parents until the death of his father in 2013.
Currently, his mother works casual jobs to try to take care of her family, but it is not enough to provide for all their needs.  Dennis’ mother desires for him to be nearer to schooling so she sent him to live with his uncle who lives near Kasana. He is still able to go home to his mother and siblings during the holidays.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Dennis is well behaved and reserved. He enjoys playing with his friends; especially hide and seek!

Dennis has accepted Christ.

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Phiona lives with her mother, siblings, and a very old and lame stepfather in a nearby village. Her mother struggles to support the family through subsistence farming and working in other people’s gardens.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Phiona enjoys playing a game called “bolingo”, interacting with friends, and reading books. One day she would like to become a doctor. She is described as active (both in and out of class), humble, and listens positively to rebuke and criticisms.

Phiona is a christian and attends one of our church plants in the village of Kabubu.

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Jackson was the second child born to his parents who were in a traditional marriage, but his father had one other wife. He lived with both parents until his father died after falling from a tree in 2013. His mother works some odd jobs and earns money when she can, but struggles to care for the family and can’t afford school fees. In 2014, Kabugo was brought to an uncle who lives near Kasana and was given a place in our school.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Jackson is obedient, sincere, and reserved. He currently wants to become an engineer and also enjoys watching movies, reading books, and researching science subjects.

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Joshua lives in a nearby community with his mother, siblings, grandmother, and cousins. His mother earns a small living through subsistence farming and working for other people, but struggles to support all the children in her care.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Joshua is quiet, reserved, and enjoys playing soccer. Someday he would like to become a mechanic.

Joshua knows the Lord and is a Christian.

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Godfrey’s parents were living together in a stable, exclusive relationship until the death of the father in 1998. He died very quickly from the flu. Godfrey’s mother has cancer and goes into hospital from time to time. Her treatment is paid for by the church here at Kasana. She is a subsistence farmer and struggles to look after herself, Godfrey, and his younger sister. Godfrey’s older half sister lives at Kasana and since it is too far for him to walk to school each day, Godfrey was brought in and now lives in Calvary family this year to finish his O-Levels.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Godfrey is quiet, but friendly and hard-working. He enjoys playing soccer and gardening. This year, Godfrey will be completing his education at our onsite school. He will then take part in our gap-year program, after which he will go to boarding school for the final stage of his education. There is particular need for additional sponsorship to help make this possible!

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Amos lives with his uncle, half brother, and his uncle’s five children. His uncle is a cleaner at the local hospital, but struggles to support all the children in his care.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Amos is a natural leader and will often correct his friends. He is a good student, very inquisitive, and would one day like to become a pilot. He also enjoys playing soccer and swimming.

Amos says that he has known Jesus as his personal savior since 2012.

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Patricia lives with her uncle who is a peasant farmer and small scale businessman. He has ten children and struggles to meet all their needs.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Patricia enjoys playing netball. She does not know yet what she would like to do in the future, but she is an obedient and respectful girl.

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Patrick lives with his mother, siblings, and cousin in a nearby village. His mother works in farming, but struggles to provide for all the needs of her children.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Patrick is quiet and humble, but enjoys participating in class and always responds well to questions. He enjoys playing soccer and would one day like to become a pilot.

Patrick is happy to know Christ.

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Enock lives with his mother and siblings a nearby community. His mother earns some money working in other people’s gardens, but it is challenging to provide for all the family’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Enock is sharp, active, humble, obedient, and responds well to correction. He enjoys soccer and would one day like to become a doctor.

Enock is a Christian.

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Dan was the last of six children born to his parents, who were married and in an exclusive relationship. Dan’s father died in 2004 before Dan was born, so he has lived only with his mother and siblings. His mother is a peasant farmer, growing food to feed her family; she also works at New Hope’s Guest House to make a little extra money. There are several others living with them, besides her children, including an aunt and her two children, another cousin, and the maternal grandmother. The mother has sole responsibility for all of her children and is not able to adequately support them; there is very little, if any, money to spare for schooling. Since they live nearby, the mother came to New Hope for help with schooling for Dan. Dan’s brothers, Steven and Sam, and his sister Sarah, are also in our school.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Daniel is introverted, humble, and obedient. Though he is quiet, he is active both in and outside of class. Daniel enjoys playing soccer, hide and seek, and would one day like to be a pilot.

Dan was saved in December 2016 at Kasana Community Church.

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Charles lives with his mother and siblings in a nearby village. His mother is physically weak and struggles to support all her children.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Charles is outgoing, yet humble and respectful. He enjoys sports, especially soccer and would one day like to become a pilot.

Charles was led to the Lord by Uncle Bosco, which is a primary school father at Kasana.

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Shafik was living with his mother, but the conditions were not good and was brought to live with the Jonathan family onsite at Kasana.

Since joining Kasana, we have learned that Shafik enjoys reading and playing video games. Shafik is an obedient, talkative, and playful boy. One day he would like to be a soldier.

We pray that he gets to know and accept Jesus as his personal Lord and Savior.

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Kavuma was the third child to his parents who were married, but his father had two other relationships. He lived with his parents until 2007 when his father died in a car accident. He has continued to live with his mother who is a cleaner at the nearby Kiwoko hospital, but she earns very little and struggles to provide for all the family’s needs. Kavuma’s mother brought him to Kasana for help with his education.

Since coming to Kasana we have learned that Kavuma is cooperative, and friendly, but can be argumentative at time. He enjoys playing soccer, basketball, chess, and is very bright. One day he hopes to be a mechanic or engineer.

Kavuma loves the Lord.

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Esther lives with her mother and siblings in a nearby village. Her mother raises food to feed the family, but there is not enough money left to educate her children.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Esther excels in math and science. One day she would like to become a nurse.

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Joyce lives with her mother in a nearby village. Her mother struggles to care for and educate all the children in her care.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Joyce enjoys making crafts and would one day like to become a teacher.

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Silas has lived with his paternal uncle most of his life. His uncle earns a living by farming and also cares for eight other children. With so many children, his uncle struggles to provide.

Since Silas has come to Kobwin, we have learned that he enjoys card games and math class.

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Epaja lives with his mother who is a peasant farmer. She struggles to provide for all of his needs.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Epaja enjoys playing soccer and is great at making ropes. One day he would like to become a doctor. He is also described as a respectful and responsible boy.

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Grace lived with her mother and then with her paternal grandparents. She has been shifted around among family members and now lives with her uncle and his wife.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Grace enjoys learning English and would one day like to become a police woman.

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Nicholas’ father died when he was young. Since his mother has remarried, he has been living with his grandmother, uncle, and seven cousins. His uncle is a watch man at a school and he struggles to support all of his family’s needs.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Nicolas enjoys math, English, and science. One day he would like to become a nurse.

Nicholas is a Christian. He was saved at an early age when his father, who was a pastor, took him to be prayed for.

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Patricia lives with her grandmother, siblings, and cousins. Her grandmother sells bananas and sugar cane, but doesn’t earn enough to support the needs of the family.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Patricia enjoys singing and playing mother to babies. One day she would like to become a musician.

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After his parents’ deaths, Andrew lived with his uncle and then went to live with another uncle. The uncle he is currently living with earns a living as a lab technician and has a daughter.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Andrew enjoys playing soccer and making crafts. One day he would like to become a teacher or a driver.

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Emmanuel was born in a refugee camp and lived with his mother until her death in 2010.  Since then, he and his siblings have lived with an aunt who is a peasant farmer and has 9 other children of her own.  She struggles to support all the children’s needs.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Emmanuel enjoys making dolls, toy cards and playing with them.

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Since the death of his father in 2012, Mugema has lived with his mother. She raises food for the family, but it is challenging for her to meet their needs and pay school fees.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Mugema excels in math, social studies, and science. One day he would like to become a doctor.

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David was the second child born to his parents who were in a traditional marriage. David was born in 2004, the year his father died. After the death of his father, his mother handed him over to his paternal grandparents, with whom he still lives. His sister Ruth lives with a paternal aunt and the youngest child lives with their mother. David’s grandparents are peasant farmers and struggle to pay school fees for him. They live near Kasana so they came for help with his education. David attends school at Kasana, but lives in a nearby village.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that David is shy, but very bright and organized. He enjoys playing soccer and would one day like to become a doctor.

David says he knows the Lord as his Savior.

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Geoffrey lives with his parents in a nearby community, but the environment is not ideal and they struggle to provide. His mother also struggles with her health and Geoffrey worries about her.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Geoffrey is a well-behaved boy and involved in extra-curricular activities, but is struggling academically.  He enjoys playing soccer and woodworking.  One day he would like to be a pilot.

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Ibrahim lived with his grandparents, but they struggled to take care of all the children in their care. Because of this, Ibrahim has joined the Samuel family onsite at Kasana.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Ibrahim is hardworking, though he is a bit bossy and hot tempered. He responds well to rebuke and is respectful towards his elders. Ibrahim enjoys playing soccer, housework, and reading books. One day he would like to be a doctor.

In December 2016 Ibrahim accepted Christ as His Savior.

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Kazibwe lives with his grandmother and three siblings in a rented house in a nearby community. His grandmother grows food on borrowed land to feed her family and struggles to provide for all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Kazibwe is humble, “down to earth”, demonstrates mature reasoning, responds well to correction, is truthful, and a good listener. He enjoys running and playing soccer with his friends. One day he would like to become a doctor.

Kazibwe has known the Lord since December 2016.

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Aramadhan was the second child born to his parents who were unmarried, but living together in a stable relationship. His father passed on in 2015. His mother was left to raise her own six children plus two of her late brother-in-law’s children. She is struggling to feed and educate all the children. She lives near so she came to Kasana for help. Aramadhan and one of his brothers were given places in our primary school.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Aramadhan is respectful and hardworking. In school, he is doing well and very happy to be enrolled in our primary school. He enjoys making soccer balls out of banana fibers. One day he would like to become a doctor.

Aramadhan is a Christian.

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Edward lives with his mother who is a peasant farmer and also cares for two other children. She struggles to provide for all their needs on her own.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Edward is playful and displays a fatherly heart in his care towards his family and others. Edward enjoys playing soccer and farming. One day he would like to become a doctor.

Edward came to know the Lord through Bible reading at school and has a very close relationship with God.

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Enoch was the 6th child born to his parents who were not married. Now, Enoch and his brother are the only surviving children and their parents died when the children were all young. Enoch and Eric have been raised by their grandmother in a nearby village who is now very old and struggles to pay school fees.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Enoch is obedient, humble, and resered. He enjoys reading, plays piano in church, and would one day like to become a doctor. Enoch loves to read his books and also teach his fellow students; especially math.

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Kisakye lives with her mother siblings, and an aunt. Her mother struggles to support all her children and the others who she cares for on her own.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Kisakye is friendly, cooperative, accepts correction very well, and concentrates well in class. She excels in science, and would one day like to become a nurse. She also enjoys playing netball and chess.

Kisakye knows and is committed to the Lord.

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Kisembo lives with his mother in a nearby village who cares for 6 other children. She struggles to support them because she has an illness that is affecting her lungs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Kisembo is humble, obedient, and reserved. He excels in science subjects and aspires to be a doctor one day. He also enjoys playing soccer and rearing cattle.

We pray the Kisembo will come to know God as Father through Jesus Christ his Savior and grow to be a strong man of God. And, also for God to heal his mother

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Kuteesa lives with a pastor in a nearby community because his mother remarried and lives far away. (It is common in Uganda that when a parent remarries, children from previous marriages are not accepted into the new family.)

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Kuteesa is humble, outgoing, and openly talks about his faith. He is a natural leader, but average in his studies, but has made great efforts to improve. Kuteesa enjoys reading and plays piano in church. One day he would like to become a doctor.

Kuteesa loves the Lord, believes in prayer, and is not ashamed to share his faith.

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Mahoro lives with her mother and six siblings in a nearby village. Her mother earns some money when she can find some work, but struggles to provide for all the children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Mahoro is humble, obedient, and introverted. She enjoys participating in hands-on activities and would one day like to become a nurse. She is also someone who is content with what she has.

Mahoro says she is saved.

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Peter and his twin sister Rebecca were the first children born to their mother and father. Their mother died during childbirth. The twins were then cared for by a kind woman in the community for a couple of weeks, before being brought to Hope Family which is the New Hope Uganda baby house. They were returned to their father’s home for a time, but the situation was not good. The twins were brought back into the Hope Family, where they stayed until moving to the Pacific Family when they reached school age. Peter and Rebecca’s father died in 2009. They usually go home to their step mother and their half siblings during school holidays.

We have learned that Peter is hardworking, but keeps to himself. His favorite subject is English and he enjoys playing soccer. Peter would one day like to become a businessman.

We pray that he will grow in the knowledge of God.

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Robert lives with his mother and siblings. His mother is a peasant farmer and struggles to provide for all her children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Robert is reserved, but likes to joke in class. He’s an active boy and enjoys playing soccer, cycling, building, playing “shop”, and playing dodgeball. One day he would like to become a pilot.

Robert is a Christian.

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Thomas lives with his mother who is a peasant farmer in a nearby village. She struggles to care for Thomas due to some health challenges.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Thomas tends to keep to himself, but is hardworking and mature in his reasoning. He is playful and enjoys soccer. One day he would like to become a teacher.

Thomas says he is a Christian.

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Wilson lives with his grandmother who takes care of four other children. She is a peasant farmer and makes crafts to try and support her children, but struggles to meet all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Wilson is a good boy, hardworking, very friendly, and well-like in his village. He enjoys soccer, singing, and would one day like to become a doctor.

Wilson goes to church every Sunday.

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Zephaniah lives with an aunt who is a cook and also supports seven other children who don’t live with her. She struggles to meet all of their needs.

Before coming to Kasana Zephaniah was very disobedient, but has improved and is now well-liked. One day he would like to become a radio or TV presenter.

He is growing older and older and we pray that that God gives him a good heart and success in his studies.

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Hakram lived with his grandmother and three other children until she chould no longer care for them. Now he is a part of Samuel family onsite at Kasana.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Hakram is hardworking and never accepts defeat. He can be bossy at times, but has mature reasoning and is always smiling. One day he would like to become a doctor.

Hakram recently gave his life to Christ.

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Miyingo lives with his mother who is a house cleaner and also cares for five other children. She struggles to earn enough to meet all the children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Miyingo is very social, friendly, focused, and enjoys playing soccer.

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Muwanguzi lives with both parents in a nearby village. His father is blind and his mother is ill so they are unable to provide for the family. There are times when he comes to class untidy and this may be because of his situation at home.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Muwanguzi is friendly, well-like, and takes initiative in helping others who are struggling. Academically he is bright, cooperative, and concentrates in class. Muwanguzi enjoys basketball, reading, and farming. One day he would like to become an engineer.

Muwanguzi became a Christian at the age of 9 through the ministry of Uncle Jonnes, NHU co-founder, and loves the Lord.

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Mwasa’s parents have died and so now he lives with a family friend in a nearby village. She struggles to provide for all the children in her care.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Mwasa is introverted, hardworking, but also “down to earth”. He is a brave boy and enjoys playing soccer. One day he would like to become a mechanic.

Mwasa just recently became a Christian.

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Ronald lives with his mother and siblings in a nearby village, but his mother is weak and is only able to work part of the time.  She struggles to meet all of the family’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Ronald is obedient, reserved, and loves to cook.  One day he would like to become a pilot.

Ronald came to know the Lord in 2015.

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Samuel was the last child born to his parents who were living together. His father died when Samuel was only a month old in 1999. After the death of his father, Sam lived with his mother, who was living with her parents. She died in 2004 of an unknown illness. When she knew she was dying she handed Sam over to his aunt, he lived with her for about two months and then was brought to the grandmother, with whom he now lives. His grandmother is a peasant farmer, caring for two other children besides Sam. She is old and no longer able to work, so she needed help to care for her children.

Sam’s two sisters, Lydia and Efrance, were already in school here and so Sam was also given a place. When Sam first came he joined our preschool class. He has studied well and reached S4 this year. Sam will be completing his education at our onsite school in December 2017. He will then take part in our gap-year program , and after which he will go to a boarding school for the final stage of his secondary education. There is a need for additional sponsorship to help make this possible.

Since coming to Kasana we have learned that Sam is a respectful young man and an influential leader among his peers. Samuel enjoys sports, especially basketball and soccer and is on the school soccer team. He also enjoys reading, studying, and would one day like to become a doctor.

Samuel became a Christian while in P6 (5th grade).

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Silverstone was the fourth of five children born to his parents who were living together in an exclusive relationship. He lived with both parents until the death of the father, in 2009, from a liver problem. He then lived with his mother, and later he was brought to live with the paternal grandmother. The grandmother is very old, she lives in a small house at Kasana Children’s Center and New Hope Uganda helps her with basic needs. She previously had Silverstone’s sister, Scovia, who attends school here, living with her. Scovia moved into one of our family groups when Silverstone came to live with their grandmother. The grandmother is very needy and is happy to have help with schooling for the children. Silverstone lived with his grandmother for some time, but now lives onsite with Pacific family. Pacific family also takes care of his grandmother who is very old a frail.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Silverstone is respectful, hardworking, relational, and obedient. He enjoys playing soccer and would one day like to become an engineer.

Silverstone says that God forgave him and cleansed him of his sins in 2011.

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Simon lives with his mother and four siblings in a nearby village. His mother is a peasant farmer and struggles to support her children on her own.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Simon is friendly, gentle, and very respectful. In school he is well-spoken, active, and his English is very good. One day he would like to either become an agriculturalist or a doctor in ministry.

Simon came to know the Lord through a pastor in the community who led him in prayer.

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Stephen lives with his mother who is a peasant farmer in a nearby village. His mother struggles to provide for all his needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Stephen is humble, obedient, and enjoys having fun in class. His favorite subject is math and he would like to become a doctor some day.

Stephen is a Christian.

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Not a great deal is known about Suubi’s early history. He was brought to Hope House, our baby house by one of the Kiwoko hospital staff; he was thought to be about 18 months old by that time. All efforts to trace his family failed. After about a year in Hope Family, Suubi was adopted by one of our staff members, after for some time, spending weekends with her. Auntie Grace who adopted Suubi is a mature single lady with a grown up daughter, now John’s sister. Grace has been with New Hope since 1994 and is a well respected member of our staff, working in the Early Adulthood section and very involved in the counseling of our children and young people. Because she is a ‘single mum’ we have sought sponsorship for Suubi.

Suubi is reserved and generally quiet in class, but friendly and respectful. He used to be stubborn, but has greatly improved in that area. He is a friendly, social boy, with a serving heart. He is strong and hardworking and loves to do anything he is asked to do. Suubi enjoys playing soccer and art, especially drawing pictures. One day he would like to become a surgeon.

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Winnie lives with her great-grandmother and great-grandfather in a nearby community. They are peasant farmers, but elderly and struggle to work and provide for the family’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Winnie is shy, but cooperative and respectful. She enjoys playing basketball and would one day like to become a lawyer.

Winnie know Jesus as her personal savior.

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Annet’s father died in 2013 and her mother is remarried and has other children. Annet has lived with many family members, but now lives with her uncle who cares for many children and struggles to provide for all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Annet is humble, but knows what she wants. She enjoys playing netball with friends and would one day like to become a nurse.

Annet gave her life to Christ in 2015.

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Flavia lives with her grandmother, one sibling, and a cousin. Her grandmother was a peasant farmer, but recently was in an accident and is no longer able to work.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Flavia is quiet, but she can express herself to others. She is hardworking, cooperative, friendly, and associates well with her classmates. Flavia enjoys reading, playing dodgeball, and netball. One day she would like to become a doctor.

Flavia accepted Christ as her personal savior in 2010.

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Janet lives with her mother who cares for five grandchildren in addition to her own children. She makes a living by selling, but doesn’t make enough to provide for the needs of the children in her care.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Janet is reserved, humble, and obedient. She enjoys playing netball and would one day like to become a nurse.

Janet says she is saved.

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Joyce lives with her mother and six siblings in a nearby village. Her mother doesn’t have steady work and struggles to provide for all her children.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Joyce is a good girl, hardworking, and outgoing with close friends, but shy with new people she meets. Joyce enjoys reading, studying, playing soccer, and singing. One day she would like to become a nurse.

Joyce became a Christian when a pastor prayed with and led her mother to Christ.

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Beatrice lives with her mother and siblings in a nearby community, Her mother sells bananas to earn an income, but is struggling with her health and unable to meet all the children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Beatrice is quiet and reserved. She enjoys playing with dolls and playing dodgeball. One day she would like to become a doctor.

Beatrice became a Christian just recently.

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Daphine and her older brother live with their uncle since the death of their parents. Their uncle cares for three other children and struggles to meet all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Daphine is quiet, but friendly and cooperates well with others. She struggles at times with her studies, but works hard to improve. Daphine enjoys watching movies, playing cards, cooking, washing clothes, singing, and joking with friends.

Daphine is committed to the Lord and happy to share her testimony with others.

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Edith lives with her mother ad siblings in a nearby community. Her mother crushes stones to sell, but isn’t able to earn enough to support the children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Edith is quiet and respectful. She enjoys making local mats and studying. She excels in math, her favorite subject is agriculture, and one day she would like to be a primary school teacher.

Edith is a Christian and was led to the Lord through a relative.

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John lives with his mother, sister, and cousin in a nearby village. His mother washes clothes to earn some income, but there isn’t enough for school fees for the children.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that John is a pleasant and helpful young man. He is helpful both at home and at school. John enjoys playing soccer and studying. One day he would like to become a doctor.

John is a Christian and attends Kasana Community Church with his mother. Pray for God to give his mother more strength so she can continue to support her children.

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Moses’ father died when he was very young. His mother remarried but culturally, his step father would not pay for his school. He was able to complete his elementary level but there was no money for his mother to send him to high school. So he was accepted unto New Hope sponsorship program.

Moses completed high school in 2014, and he is currently studying at a boarding school to be a veterinary doctor. He will finish his initial certificate level in December 2017, but we would like to help him further his training to a diploma level. To do this, he needs additional sponsorship. Moses is business minded and loves children.

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Mutebi was the only child born to his parents who were in a casual relationship. Mutebi lived with his mother until he was a year old when his mother died from malaria. He now lives with his aunt, grandmother and eight cousins.  His aunt is a peasant farmer and struggles to feed and educate all the children so she came to Kasana for help. Mutebi was given a place in our Preschool.

Since coming to Kasana we have noticed that Mutebi is not very open with others, but enjoys playing games and would one day like to work in carpentry.

Mutebi is a Christian.

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Namaganda lives with her mother and three siblings in a nearby village. Her mother is a home help and also makes crafts to support the family, but it is not enough to meet all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Namanganda is very active, social, and hardworking. She enjoys making local mats and drawing. One day she would like to become an accountant.

Namaganda says she is born again.

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Norah lives with her mother and siblings in a nearby village. Her mother is a peasant farmer and makes baskets to sell, but struggles to provide for all her children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Norah is humble, obedient, but keeps to herself. She enjoys reading and playing with dolls that her and her cousins make. One day she would like to become a doctor.

Norah knows God as her Father.

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Proscovia’s father died in 2013 and her mother’s whereabouts are unknown. She lives with her older sister’s family and cousins. Her sister’s husband is a subsistence farmer, but struggles to provide for the family’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Proscovia is quiet and reserved, but when someone reaches our to her, she opens up. She enjoys playing and helping with housework. One day she would like to become a nurse.

Proscovia says she is saved.

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Rebecca lives with her mother who is a peasant farmer and cattle keeper. Her mother struggles to provide for all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Rebecca is very humble, obedient, and enjoys individual work. She also enjoys playing with toys, reading books, and playing dodge ball. One day she would like to become a nurse.

Rebecca is a Christian.

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Resty lives with her grandmother in a nearby village. Her grandmother takes care of 6 other children and struggles to provide for all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Resty is a very active girl both in and out of class and is obedient. She enjoys singing coquetting bags, and playing netball. One day she would like to become a primary school teacher.

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Scovia’s father died in 2012. Her and her twin brother lived with their mother for a short time and then their mother handed them over to their uncle because she was struggling to care for them. Their uncle has children of his own and struggles to cover school fees. Scovia now lives onsite at Kasana.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Scovia is respectful, polite, and enjoys playing.

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Tony lived with his grandmother who cares for 7 other children and struggles to meet all their needs. Recently Tony joined Calvary family onsite at Kasana.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Tony is obedient, cheerful, playful, and a cooperative young man. He enjoys playing football, reading books, and interacting with others. One day he would like to become an electrician.

Tony knows Jesus as a teacher and God.

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Treasure was the first child born to her parents who were in a traditional marriage. She lived with both parents until the death of her father in 2011 from heart disease. Her mother struggled living in Kampala (capitol city) bringing up three children by herself. A cousin to her mother works at Kasana and suggested she applied for work here. Her mother is now working as a teacher in our primary school, although struggles to pay school fees on a single income. Treasure now lives with her mother and siblings, onsite at Kasana.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Treasure is polite and outgoing. She enjoys playing basketball, reading novels, music, and dance. One day she would like to become a doctor.

Treasure gave her life to Christ through the ministry of Kasana Community Church.

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Viola’s mother is ill and cannot care for her so she lives with an aunt who works part time cleaning and washing. Her aunt struggles to provide for all of Viola’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Viola loves to work and help those around her. She is friendly to everyone, obedient, and self-motivated. Viola enjoys playing basketball, netball, dodge ball, and reading books. One day she would like to become a lawyer.

Viola accepted Christ as her savior in 2013.

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Brian lives with his mother who is a peasant farmer, his sister, and four other children his mother cares for. His mother struggles to provide for all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Brian is well-behaved, polite, enjoys soccer and singing.

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Christopher was the fourth child born to his parents who were unmarried, but living together. His father died in 2013 and now his mother is caring for her children on her own. She does part time work, but cannot afford to feed and educate all her children.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Christopher is polite, attentive, well-behaved, and focused. He is well-liked by the staff and children. Christopher enjoys playing soccer and would one day like to become a farmer.

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Darren was the second child born to his parents who were in a traditional marriage. He lived with both parents until the death of his father in 2011 from heart disease. His mother Olivia struggled living in Kampala (capitol city) and bringing up three children by herself. A cousin to his mother who works at Kasana suggested she apply for work here. She is now working as a teacher in our primary school.

Darren lives with his mother, and his siblings onsite at Kasana. He is outgoing and playful. He enjoys playing soccer, singing, and riding his bicycle. Darren excels in math and science and would one day like to become an electrical engineer.

Darren gave his life to Jesus at the age of 7.

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Waswa lives with his grandmother in a nearby village. She is a peasant farmer and struggles to provide for their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Waswa is social and friendly. He enjoys playing soccer, reading books, and reading his Bible. One day he would like to become a doctor.

Waswa is a Christian and very grateful to be at New Hope Uganda.

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Gerald was the fifth child born to his parents who were living together. Gerald lived with both parents until the death of his father in 2010. He then lived with his mother until she also died in 2012. He now lives with his cousin, two of his brothers, and his cousin’s three children. Gerald’s cousin sells vegetables at the local market, but she struggles to feed and educate all the children so she came to Kasana for help with Gerald’s schooling.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Gerald is hardworking, quiet, but comfortable around his peers.  He enjoys playing soccer and would one day like to be a soldier.

He enjoys going to church, but is not yet a Christian.

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Duncan was the third child born to his parents who were in a traditional marriage. He lived with both parents until the death of his father in 2011. His mother struggled living in Kampala (capitol city) and bringing up three children by herself. A cousin to his mother works at Kasana and suggested she applied for work here. His mother is now working as a teacher in our primary school.

Duncan now lives with his mother and his siblings onsite at Kasana. He is happy and loves to learn. He enjoys playing soccer, basketball, and board games. One day he would like to become a mechanic.

Duncan gave his life to Jesus through the ministry of Kasana Children’s Center.

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Poni was the second child born to her parents who were in a traditional marriage. She lived with both parents until her father, who was mentally ill, disappeared. The date is not clear, but her father is now presumed dead. The mother took Poni when she was very young and handed her over to her grandmother. Her mother is now also dead. Poni lived with her grandmother, until recently, when she came to live with an aunt who lives near Kasana.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Poni is obedient, cooperative, and relational. She is very much a “people person”. She enjoys playing netball and dodge ball. One day she would like to become a nurse.

Poni is not yet a Christian.

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Kato was the fourth child born to his parents who were traditionally married. He lived with both parents until the death of his father in 2009. After the death of his father, his mother moved near to his father’s relatives. Now, all the children are living with different relatives. Kato lives with an uncle who lives near Kasana and comes here for help with Kato’s education.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Kato is outgoing and takes correction well.  Sometimes he struggles with concentration with his studies, but benefits from individual help in the classroom. Some day he would like to become a pilot.

Kato knows the Lord as his Savior.

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Stanley lives with his aunt who is a subsistence farmer and cares for 11 other children. It has been challenging for her to provide for all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Stanley is shy, humble, and obedient. He enjoys playing soccer with his friends and would one day like to become an electrician.

Stanley says that Jesus has changed his life and that he is born again.

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Ssettimba lives with his older sister because his mother is not able to care for him.  His sister struggles to provide for all of Ssettimba’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Ssettimba is very organized and friendly.  Ssettimba excels in handwriting and would one day like to become a mechanic.

He became a Christian through the ministry of Kasana Community Church in 2014.

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Twahirwa lives with his mother and six siblings. His mother is a peasant father and struggles to meet all her children’s needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Twahirwa is obedient, talkative, and cooperative. He is reserved, but has good character. Twahirwa enjoys playing soccer and reading. One day he would like to become an engineer.

Twahirwa says he was saved in 2008 and that he is thankful to God for providing with a protective and safe environment with New Hope. He is happy because he is alive!

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Vincent was the third child born to his parents who were unmarried, but in a stable relationship. His father died in 2000, but he still lives with his mother and two sisters. His mother is a peasant farmer and struggles to provide for the family on her own.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Vincent is social and friendly. He’s on the school soccer team and also enjoys reading, especially his bible. One day he would like to become an engineer.

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After his father’s death, Julius’ mother left him with his grandfather. His grandfather works as a shopkeeper and cares for three other children. It is difficult for Julius’ grandfather to provide for all their needs, so he came to Kobwin for help with their education.

Since coming to Kobwin, we have learned that Julius enjoys playing soccer and making crafts. One day he would like to become a driver or a doctor.

Julius is a Christian. He came to know the Lord through a crusade he attended while he was sick.

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Sharon lives with her mother, three siblings, grandmother, and two cousins. Her mother is a house helper and also grows food to feed her family, but struggles to meet all their needs.

Since coming to Kasana, we have learned that Sharon is playful and has a submissive nature. She enjoys reading books, playing dodge-ball, riding her bike, and caring for children. One day she would like to become a doctor.

Sharon was saved in 2012.