Thanks to YOU, we have shipped a complete home water filter system to complement the solar-powered water pump and water tank. This system will help ensure that the children have a clean water supply to enhance better health and sanitation.

March is one of the driest months in Sierra Leone.  The water struggle in Africa is real.  Here is a quote from a recent news article.  

The ladies received a visit in March from Umaru Fofana, the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) Journalist in Sierra Leone.  He was delighted to see how we are supporting the girls during this transition season in their lives.  He interviewed some of the girls and Abu, who oversees the program.  

Bendu tells us in the interview:

Our story begins in 2010:

Isata was born in August 1999 in a very poor home. Her mother and father both work, but are struggling to care for their six children and they live in a slum dwelling.    Isata has been able to attend school the past eight years thanks to Develop Africa's scholarship program.  

Two months ago, a teacher of FAWE school started handling the computer training.  We have done a lot of work to ensure the kids receive adequate lessons in computer.  

Microfinance continues to be in high demand in Sierra Leone.  This is due to the fact that this is a proven way of helping people get out of poverty and develop a new sustainable income.  Thanks to your support, we offered this lifeline of support in February to Memunatu.

During the second term of the 2015/2016 academic year, students at Bitame Lucia International School participated in and enjoyed many activities and celebrations.

In Cameroon, the entire nation annually celebrates National Youth Day mobilizing the next generation of leaders. This celebration instills them with pride and the knowledge that their uniqueness plays an important role for their future advancement.

We are so very thankful for you and your support.  We have been very busy preparing and getting ready to install the solar system the well. In the course of the past month, we have made tremendous progress as follows.  These steps were taken to ensure we make the best use of funds and arrive at optimal results.