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We've been working in East Africa for the last 16 years. Over that time, we've learnt a huge amount about the communities we work with and the challenges they face.

OverExposed: Ethical Storytelling in Conversation

In 2022, we pledged to tell more ethical stories as part of the #OverExposed campaign led by Chance for Childhood. #OverExposed aims to...

Lauren Billington-Drew

Jan 19, 20244 min read

Annual Impact Review 2023

As we approach the end of another year of working towards our mission we’re thrilled to share the achievements, progress, and profound...

Kids Club Kampala

Nov 28, 20237 min read

Providing Child Protection in Uganda

More than 8 million children in Uganda are considered to be vulnerable to harm (UNICEF). Violence, exploitation and abuse in all forms...

Kids Club Kampala

Nov 22, 20234 min read

Introducing Beatrice, Ewafe Project Coordinator

In response to increased cases of child abandonment, abuse and neglect in the slums of Kampala, we provide a range of targeted activities...

Kids Club Kampala

Nov 20, 20233 min read

The Impact of Period Poverty in Kampala, Uganda

Did you know that nearly a quarter of Ugandan girls between the ages of 12 and 18 drop out of school when they begin menstruation? School ab

Kids Club Kampala

Nov 9, 20233 min read

Spotlighting our partnership with Not Actual Size

With the support from our partners, including grant funders, businesses, community groups, as well as individual donors, together, we...

Chloe Milloy

Oct 15, 20233 min read

Women and Girls in Business in the Mulago Slum

At the end of an alleyway in Mulago slum, you’ll find a group of women. Sonya*, her daughter Amber* and her daughter, Rebecca*. You’ll...

Kids Club Kampala

Sep 8, 20232 min read

Our Holistic Approach - Empowering Communities to Survive and Thrive

Our aim is to help vulnerable children, families and whole communities to move from just surviving to thriving. We do this both by...

Olivia Barker White

Sep 6, 20234 min read

Three Years Later, 45 Million Meals Shared – Olivia, on Foodbanks

We continue to run our projects on a needs basis, and meeting the needs of our community has never been greater.

Olivia Barker White

Aug 22, 20233 min read

Building Hope and Skills Development in Naguru

We are about to open our brand new Hope Centre in the Naguru slum community enabling twice as many students to learn vocational skills.

Kids Club Kampala

Aug 9, 20233 min read

Partnerships for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Our partners are critical in achieving our mission.

Kids Club Kampala

Jul 23, 20233 min read

Working to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Our projects in Kampala support children and families to survive and thrive, contributing to the following Sustainable Development Goals…

Sarah Wilson

Jul 19, 20235 min read

A Small Charity Making a Big Impact Across Kampala

Over the last 14 years our projects have made a huge difference to Ugandan communities. We take a closer look at our Independent Evaluation.

Chloe Milloy

Jul 12, 20235 min read

Empowering Daughters, Sisters, and Mothers

Uganda’s growth will be faster, stronger, and more sustainable if it brings more women into the centre.

Kids Club Kampala

Jun 30, 20233 min read

It’s Back to School, But Not for Everyone

Uganda experienced the longest school shut down worldwide, with estimates of more than a 2-year deficit in learning potential.

Kids Club Kampala

Jun 27, 20233 min read

Miles in Their Shoes, Steps for Stories

Why should you join the adventure? At Kids Club Kampala, our mission is to uplift and empower the communities we serve. By joining...

Kids Club Kampala

Jun 14, 20232 min read

Two years of COVID-19 restrictions on Uganda

Against the backdrop of two years of living through the COVID-19 pandemic, we take a moment to look back on the impact this had on...

Kids Club Kampala

Jun 6, 20233 min read

What Does the Climate Crisis Mean for Uganda?

In this blog we take a closer look at communities in the slum districts of Uganda who face the brunt of climate change.

Kids Club Kampala

Jun 2, 20233 min read

Your World Walking How To Guide

It’s time to download the World Walking App onto your smartphone here. You can also the World Walking website and log in to add your...

Kids Club Kampala

May 22, 20235 min read

Ronnie's* Story - Our First Fostered Child

Ronnie* was referred to the Ewafe Home in May 2020. He had been found alone in a small room with no food by *Aidah, a women's counsellor.

Kids Club Kampala

May 12, 20232 min read