Mansour Amin Nooran, a Form 6 student at Katoke Lweru School, has quite a story to tell. His dogged determination to continue his education has meant many twists and turns … Continue reading Mansour’s Story: Education is the goal
Sid & Marilyn reflect on changes in Tanzania between 2009 and 2021
Katoke in its 24th year! Sid & Marilyn send Christmas greetings
The Katoke Trust is in it’s 24th year. We are delighted that despite the coronavirus pandemic, our work continues to make an impact on one of the greatest challenges of our … Continue reading Katoke in its 24th year! Sid & Marilyn send Christmas greetings
The story of Anivea Derickson, 2018 graduate
Anivea has achieved her dream of a university degree. She writes passionately to Trust supporters; a letter of thanks, of praise of God and a plea, “Please”, she says, “don’t … Continue reading The story of Anivea Derickson, 2018 graduate
Faith and sight – The story of Nelson Mubezi, 2017 graduate
Nelson Mubezi enrolled at KLSS in 2011 as a mature aged student. His father had died, and he lived with his mother in very poor circumstances in Izigo, a village … Continue reading Faith and sight – The story of Nelson Mubezi, 2017 graduate
Sid & Marilyn return in 2021, KLSS alumni stories, students needing our help
As we read the news it’s difficult to avoid the brokenness of this world. Extreme poverty and injustice is experienced by millions of people every day. There’s a sense of … Continue reading Sid & Marilyn return in 2021, KLSS alumni stories, students needing our help
Ks for Katoke – we walked, we ran, we cycled
You helped raise $111,933 to combat coronavirus and provide the priceless gift of education. Wow! We have been overwhelmed by your generosity and your willingness to help those in need. You braved the … Continue reading Ks for Katoke – we walked, we ran, we cycled
We made it! Lithgow to Bathurst 2020 Katoke ride
What a weekend! We rode through rain, hail and shine and to date we have raised over $15k to help give the priceless gift of education to children in Africa. … Continue reading We made it! Lithgow to Bathurst 2020 Katoke ride
Beathi Benedax, 25, KLSS and university graduate is poised to change the world.
Her ambitious plans, to establish an NGO to “eradicate ignorance” in Tanzania and her dream of being a significant national leader, could sound fanciful. But she has already set some … Continue reading Beathi Benedax, 25, KLSS and university graduate is poised to change the world.
Construction of Girl’s Dorm
When it rains it pours. There has been a late rainy season in Tanzania this year. This has been welcomed by the farmers of the district still recovering from last … Continue reading Construction of Girl’s Dorm