NyotaStar

We are a community project that strives to give basic care and love to all in need, particularly orphaned children, widows and the poor in the communities. Many children in this area are orphaned due to poverty and disease. Most of the orphans live with a guardian, but we have found that some of these guardians are either very old grandparents or p... oor relatives, struggling to raise these children in a very harsh environment. Some of them live in mud huts that are dilapidated. Currently, there are 7 children residing at the orphanage. The Project is in Tanzania, East Africa in the Ugweno valley of the North Pare Mountains, with a spectacular view of Mt Kilimanjaro to the north. Encompassing the Villages of Kwanyange, Kivisini and beyond, the Project is 20 minutes drive from the little town of Kifaru and 45 minutes from the district town of Mwanga. The nearest large town is Moshi, 1 hours away. Nyota means Star in Kiswahili language so we used both languages to name our Project thus the name translates from Swahili to English as StarStar! At the project, the Matron has full responsibility and is very close and loving to all the children. The Matron and the Community Manager give the children health checks and make an assessment of their home life. Some of the primary school children come from very poor homes. It is necessary to meet their needs by providing them with uniforms and school items. All needs and reports are forwarded to the projects Managing Director and the Child Welfare Officer in Tanzania. The community children come to the orphanage every Saturday. Together they attend Bible studies conducted by the resident Pastor. They sing hymns and afterwards and they share a simple meal. They then have games and recreation in the grounds. This care has alleviated a lot of suffering and has given the parents or guardians hope. There are basic medical clinics in the villages, but there is a clear need for a small hospital as the nearest hospitals are over 40 miles away, and there is no public transport for ...Read More