Child Sponsorship: Why we abandoned the fundraising campaign that was raising funds!
The 80 children at the orphanage were starving, sleeping on rocky dirt floors, and living amidst garbage. They lacked basic amenities and desperately needed rescuing. We also discovered that the orphanage leaders and local officials were profiting from foreign donations, leaving the children without the support they needed. This prompted us to start Musana Children’s […]
Why does it take a rock star to get us talking about aid to Africa?
Newspapers have leaped upon the comments by singer Ed Sheeran, who refuses to add his endorsement to the latest Band Aid single “Do They Know it’s Christmas?” Yet Ed is just one of many people who have expressed concerns about the old-fashioned approach to aid for Africa without gaining any real reaction from the media […]
Why Buildings Matter: It’s Not Just About Education, It’s About Opportunity
When we talk about education in developing communities, the conversation often focuses on teachers and supplies, overlooking something just as essential: the buildings themselves. In Uganda, I’ve learned that well-constructed schools are as crucial to children’s success as the education they receive inside them. Each building represents more than shelter; it’s a source of stability, […]
Brick by Brick: How a School Can Break the Cycle of Poverty
Education is often hailed as the key to a brighter future, but in many parts of the world, access to quality schooling remains out of reach. For communities facing poverty, the barriers to education are particularly steep. At Musana, we believe that building schools isn’t just about providing knowledge; it’s about giving young people the […]