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2023 Ukwata National Conference – Outstanding results and a great time

Sweet Success! Students from KLSS recently attended the Ukwata National Conference, representing the school in Bible Knowledge, Singing and Poetry. The Conference was held in Mbeya, which is more than 2000kms from the school. They travelled in a mini bus to and from the conference, funded by donations, and competed against many students from around … Continue reading 2023 Ukwata National Conference – Outstanding results and a great time

Hydon (KLSS alumnus)

Hydon, 23, graduate of Katoke-Lweru Secondary School, is a young man who never gives up. Now at the end of second year of accountancy studies, his determination and perseverance define him. Nothing has been easy for Hydon. He attended Katoke-Lweru Secondary School in years 5 & 6, but was not sponsored, and a big part … Continue reading Hydon (KLSS alumnus)

Mansour’s Story: Education is the goal

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 in his 25 years. The oldest of five children, he did his primary education locally in Kimbugu. High school meant a challenging 6km walk twice … Continue reading Mansour’s Story: Education is the goal

Caring for 500 children – Meet John Bisgaya

John’s working hours are hard to define. His duties as History and IT Teacher provide a humble baseline for his wider involvement at Katoke Secondary School as Student Welfare Coordinator. He still remembers his first day, the 8th of February 2010, very clearly. An early morning phone call from the then Head of School, Sid … Continue reading Caring for 500 children – Meet John Bisgaya

The first ever published KLSS newsletter

A note from Writers club patron, Hon. Mr Benjamin Hosea Nyamugali: Welcome to the first intriguing, informative, edifying and educative newsletter from KLSS. To read more: KLSS publishes first school newsletter

Education and Empowerment: Meet Erica K. Timotheo

To many of the students at Katoke Lweru School, Ms Erica Timotheo is Bibi (Grandmother). With a warm and patient smile, Ms Timotheo commands a classroom with grace and style. Her students are engaged, standing up to answer questions, and their workbooks are immaculate. The students even share coins and protractors around the class to … Continue reading Education and Empowerment: Meet Erica K. Timotheo

Katoke appoints new Head of School, Ken Langford-Smith for KLSS in Tanzania

The Katoke Trust is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ken Langford-Smith as Head of School for the Katoke Lweru Secondary School in Tanzania. Ken joined Katoke in September 2017, with the goal to empower local education staff to manage and drive the continued success of the school. Ken brings to Katoke over 50 years … Continue reading Katoke appoints new Head of School, Ken Langford-Smith for KLSS in Tanzania

Digital donation a big step forward

Tanzania is known by visitors for a few things, abundant wildlife, welcoming locals and beautiful landscapes. However, for local students and teachers alike the country can be known for the unpredictable and often lengthy power shortages that disable lighting, refrigeration and desktop computers that are relied on for businesses, health, teaching and of course learning. … Continue reading Digital donation a big step forward