A new nursery school fabricated from repurposed shipping containers using local materials opened. Designed by SPG Architects, it was funded by donors, in honor of Board Member Candice Miller’s late daughter Dana.
Conservation was our key consideration when we broke ground on the biggest project we’ve undertaken - our first Ecolodge guest bungalow and bath pavilion which paves the way for new income-generating opportunities for the community of Banda Village, Rwanda.
Our on-site Covid response initiatives continued through the year as schools and services slowly resumed. Our Harambee was celebrated virtually with many celebrity supporters sending video messages to our donors.
Opening in 2020, the Banda Maternity Center will provide comprehensive care to expectant mothers, family planning services, including prenatal care, post-natal care, and medical care on-site.
2,000 people attend out HIV/AIDS Voluntary Testing and Counseling services. While our Pharmacy in Banda Village is retrofitted to provide maternity services to expectant mothers