TENAFEP and Reaching Water: June 2018
1 TENAFEP: Final Exam for Primary School Students This year, our school served as an examination center for students coming from four different primary schools. The examination lasted two days. We hope the results will be as encouraging as in … Continue reading →
Launching the clean water project in Kikimi–May 2018
In the merry month of May… as the ancient song goes, we give glory to God for answering so many prayers on every front! Our eldest daughter joined us for a couple weeks to help us with the water project. … Continue reading →
In quietness and confidence — April 2018
Very happy to be back in Kinshasa, and to renew personal contact with all our friends and partners. We were welcomed at the airport by torrential rain, which delayed the delivery of our luggage, but which we took as a … Continue reading →
Taking the first step — March 2018
1 Food Distribution We continue to receive monthly donations of food which is being distributed to the children. This month, one contact donated hot dogs, a fun treat for the kids. 2 Education Various officials often come to visit … Continue reading →
February 2018
1 Village Development The last few months have seen significant unrest and instability, even violence, which have slowed down the economy and the general running of things with what the Congolese have called “dead days” when shops and schools close … Continue reading →
Happy New Year 2018 — January 2018
1 A very special excursion for our Kikimi children As mentioned last month, an excursion had been planned for 30 of our students to a brand-new restaurant in the center of Kinshasa which a friend, Marion, recently opened “La Pergola”. … Continue reading →
A Special Award and Highlights from 2017 — December 2017
World Family Organization rewards Espoir Congo on their 70th anniversary celebration To close 2017 with an unexpected yet thrilling event, Espoir Congo was invited by the World Family Organization (a UN agency) for their 70th anniversary celebration which was held … Continue reading →
November 2017
1 Food Distribution A big thank you to those who donate food so generously to our children in Kikimi, often out of your own pocket. It is thanks to you that these children remain in good health and succeed in … Continue reading →
October 2017
1 Distribution of Goods The children are very grateful to the various companies which continue to make monthly donations of food, which enables them to have a good breakfast to start their school day off right, as well as juice … Continue reading →