February 2010 Newsletter, Volume 5, Issue 1

Meet the New 2010 Scholars!

2010 Scholars

In Kenya and Tanzania the new 2010 school year has just begun. Thanks to many of you, 21 new students who thought the dream of education was out of reach are now sitting in the classroom, fully equipped and excited for a year of learning... Read More

2009 = Positive. Sustainable. Change.

Mwanaidi Nuhu - Successful Scholar

During one of the toughest economic times ever experienced, we still changed thousands of lives. The successes accomplished in 2009, and since the inception of the Asante Africa Foundation, touched over 14,000 lives and are due to your generosity, your support, and your belief that education is the foundation of sustainable change... Read More

Matonyok Water Project (KE): "Clean Water on Tap"

Boy getting water form spigot

Matonyok Primary School is struggling on many fronts, most notably with basic needs such as a lack of chairs, a water supply, and the absence of concrete floors, doors, and windows for their classrooms. The greatest need...a steady water source... Read More

Mwalimu Anna Academy (TZ) - Builds on Solid Foundations!

Groups of students in a clean, sturdy, equiped classrooms

Hope for the future begins with a solid foundation upon which the education of children can be built. Sometimes this is as simple as ensuring that children have clean well built classrooms, solid desks and chairs to work with, as well as up to date reading...... Read More

Please Meet Carolyne – Entering High School Freshman, Kenya

Carolyne

Every year, 80 Kenyan girls are chosen from among over 5,000 applicants, to enter the prestigious Starehe Girls' Centre, one of the top girl's boarding schools in all of Kenya. This year, Carolyne Riungu is among the entering freshman class... Read More

Maasai Tribal Chief Salaton Ole Ntutu, USA, Feb. 2010

Carolyne

We had a fabulous event on Saturday night with Chief Salaton Ole Ntutu. It is a rare opportunity to have time with one of our passionate local leaders from Kenya or Tanzania to hear firsthand about their world, their dreams and vision for their own community. We are proud to offer you the opportunity when it does occur... See Photos

Judy Damoulos and Muriel Dean

Judy Damoulos and Muriel Dean

In the African Culture, the phrase "Mama" is given with great respect...Read More