2 New Water Tanks at Malaika

Thanks to Mama Sue and the people of Australia, the rain water tanks have been purchased and placed in position. In the Western world we take water for granted without thinking about it as a precious resource and how lucky we are to have a reliable and clean supply. Many areas in Africa struggle to maintain healthy and stable sources of water .Water in rural areas in Tanzania is often carried by the women on their head for great distances. At Malaika, with so many children and now three babies, our everyday usage of water has increased. Much water is used every day in washing, cleaning, toilets, cooking and for drinking. Thanks to your generous support and donation, these rain water collection tanks totalling 30,000 litres, have taken us another step towards being self-sustainable. As Malaika is in a rural area, the cost of water is expensive.

Malaika welcomes 3 new babies!

In July we were happy to receive 3 new babies at Malaika. Joshua (left) born 2nd June , Agnes(middle) born 3rd May and Febronia (right) born 28th April. They are very healthy, much adored by their older sisters and brothers and gaining weight rapidly. We have employed a nurse who is looking after them. They are very good babies.

Completion of the Lufthansa-help alliance project

We have completed the report on the joint project: "Solar Power for Malaika"between the German Airline Lufthansa - help alliance and Malaika Childrens Home. The project enabled the Malaika childrens home to acquire and install additional solar panels, a solar powered refrigerator and lights and sockets for occasional electricity usage. The project has resulted in a big improvement for the Malaika children - we thank Lufthansa help alliance for their support!!

Get Well Soon Hellen & Abraham

Hellen recently had an operation for an umbilical hernia and is recovering well. We give our thanks to Mama Sue for her support and big contribution towards Hellen's medication. Pole sana Hellen and thank you to all the nurses and Dr Maria at Selian Hospital.

Abraham also received some medication thanks to Mama Sue and he is doing fine. Thank you again to our lovely Mama Sue.

Happy Birthday To You!

Happy birthday Mama Jutta! In May we had a birthday party for Mama Jutta with Paulo and Lisa. All children were very happy to sing and have fun together.

Communion Treats

Also we give a big thanks and congratulations to Chiara and Elia for their contribution of treats at the communion. Thank you Katia for your help in making this Card.

First Communion Celebration

The children were invited to a First Communion party in May by Mama Francesca and Baba Carlo. Their children Leonardo and Serena were amongst the children that made their first Communion. The children had a wonderful day playing with other children as well as having lunch, sodas and playing on the trampoline. They were all very well behaved.