Madoya

Head Teacher’s Greeting:

Praise God for giving us a great term! We appreciate you for your prayers, support, and partnership as we transform lives through the love of Jesus. We would like to share with you some of the highlights of this term. 

Vincent Malombe Mulwa, Head Teacher Madoya.

Current Stats:

 Number of Students: 790

Unsponsored Students: 240

Term Highlights:

• We take great pride in our music club’s participation in the music competitions, reaching up to the regional level. Our students had a great time presenting their items and meeting other students from different schools in the region
• Our team’s achievement in ball games is a source of immense pride, as they are set to advance to the regional competition. Congratulations to our soccer, volleyball and netball teams.
• A team of twelve grade five pupils from Madoya participated in the MOHI regional spelling bee competition, showcasing exceptional skills and effort.

Transformation Story:

Susan*, a determined grade eight student at Missions of Hope Madoya center, is a 17-year-old from a family of four, where she’s the eldest. Her home is in the humble Madoya area near the school. Her family situation has been challenging due to her parents’ divorce caused by family conflicts. Currently, her family resides with her grandmother, as both her parents have been struggling with substance abuse involving drugs and alcohol. This struggle has led them to pay less attention to their children’s lives and be less involved with social workers, including commitment fee payments and meeting attendance. Consequently, Susan has faced a lack of parental support in various aspects of her life.

In October 2022, Susan’s absence from school raised concerns. Her social worker visited her home to understand the situation. It was discovered that Susan had become pregnant. This unfortunate event strained her relationship with her grandmother and left her feeling hopeless about her future and education. It took considerable effort to encourage and persuade her that despite her circumstances, she could still make positive strides in life. After several months of caring for her baby, she decided to return to school, as we had discussed the possibility of continuing her studies.

Susan is currently able to attend school and care for her child during extended breaks and lunch hours. She resides with her mother, where her aunt assists in caring for the child while Susan attends classes. Our ongoing support for Susan ensures that she has the necessary resources to complete her education, as her family situation doesn’t provide the financial means to cover her school fees. She is eager to continue her education beyond primary school, and we are committed to aiding her in this pursuit.

*Name changed to protect privacy.

Partner Activity:

• Rocky Mountain Christian Church conducted a health screening at our school, providing care to sick students and enhancing their well-being. Additionally, they distributed toothpaste and toothbrushes to students in grades four through eight.

Prayer Request:

• Please join us in praying for the eighth grade candidates as they prepare for their national tests. Also pray that they may enjoy good health and achieve success.
• Pray for financial breakthroughs for the parents of Madoya, so that they may find the means to support their children.
• We also pray for continued unity and harmony among our staff, students, parents, and the community.