Due to corona, schools in Uganda have been almost completely closed since March 2020. Meanwhile, the pressure on healthcare has increased. That is why the government announced last month that medical courses can open again. CCA already sponsored 3 boys with a medical education (1 laboratory technician, 2 nursing) and now decided to select 7 girls to join a course!
Project: “Kaabong Life Bakery”
Our plans for the realization of a bakery at the activity and reception center in Kaabong (Karamoja) have been approved! In this article you can read more about the “Kaabong Life Bakery” project.
Hajarah & Esther treated for eye disease
Hajarah (11) and Esther (18) are both sponsored by CCA. They have recently been treated at St. Benedict eye hospital in Tororo.
Anna’s story
Anna lost both her parents at a young age, before she started primary school. Anna has no brothers and sisters and grew up with only her grandmother. She went to primary school and managed to score 25 points on the final test. A good score for a girl in her situation. Teachers describe her as active and motivated.
New cleft cases arrive in our center
In collaboration with local partners, CCA has already been able to provide assistance to 35 children with disabilities in CoRSU hospital. And the group of children continues to grow. Last week, another 5 mothers with children with cleft lip and palate arrived at our center in Kaabong.