Baba Dogo

Greetings from Baba Dogo!

Hello! I hope you’re doing great! As we wrap up the second academic term, we are excited to share some of the wonderful developments that have taken place during this time. We can not thank you enough for your incredible support in our mission to transform lives through the hope of Christ.

Andati Joseph
Head Teacher, Baba Dogo

Hope Transforms: A Success Story

*Allan, now 22 years old, is the third born of four brothers. His childhood was marked by hardships because his family fell apart when he was very young, and his siblings were adopted by different relatives. Allan was adopted by his aunt, who brought him to the capital city, Nairobi, to live with her family. Life was never easy. With no stable income, Allan’s aunt, Ruth, resorted to selling locally brewed illicit liquor to survive. 

When the business was eventually banned, she could no longer afford rent. A kind landlord offered her a cramped space under a staircase as a place to stay. Though the space offered a shelter from the elements of nature, its conditions, coupled with stress and poverty, took a toll on Ruth’s health. Medical services for her were out of reach.

Despite these challenges, Ruth remained hopeful. In 2009, she enrolled Allan in kindergarten at our center. Henceforth, school became a safe place for Allan. He always looked forward to the daily meals and morning devotions, which helped him nurture his faith. In 2019, Allan sat for his eighth-grade exit tests and scored 306 points out of the possible 500. He later joined MOHI Ndovoini Boys High School. 

At this point, her aunt could not even afford his transport, school supplies or even basic needs. Through our social workers, MOHI helped him through it all. He stayed disciplined, avoided negative peer influences, and remained committed to his goals.

In 2023, Allan sat his national high school exit test and did well. This was a great encouragement to other students with similar challenges. MOHI offered him an internship, giving him a chance to earn while gaining real-world experience. He is now set to join a university later this year.

Allan remains an inspiration to many students and a testament to the fact that your past does not determine your future.

*Name changed for privacy

Term Highlights

• This term, our boys’ soccer team had an outstanding performance in the sub-county ball games tournament, where they finished as runners-up.
• Our scout team represented us at the Regional Scouts Day, where they showcased their talents and skills.
• In addition, our music and drama teams participated in the regional National Music Festival competition, and they qualified for the next level. They made us proud.

Partner Connections

• We were delighted to host Eastside Christian Church during this term. They organized a training session for 100 parents of children with special needs, focusing on the love of God. The team also organized a special Olympic event for the children and their parents. The parents had a wonderful time and gained valuable knowledge on how to care for them, while the children truly enjoyed themselves.
• We were pleased to have students from the CCV Church team conduct sports clinics for children with special needs. This initiative encouraged mothers to involve their children in sports, as exercise is important for everyone. Later, they all enjoyed lunch together and conducted 10 home visits.
• We also hosted Westside Christian Church, which carried out fluoride treatment to all of our students, among other activities.
• We were proud to have the Hans' family at our center. They did one home visit and shared gifts with their sponsored students.
• We were pleased to have Cy-Fair Christian Church visit us this term. They conducted a VBS for 751 students that was focused on trusting God. The students had a great time with their lessons, crafts, music, and games. Later, they conducted 10 home visits and took sponsored students on a field trip.

Prayer Requests

• Pray for a successful completion of the disability center.
• Pray against the spirit of prostitution and drug abuse in the community.
• Pray for God's protection over our students.

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