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HOPE SAKUMA: JOYOUS WELCOME FOR FIRST TRACTOR

A joyful reception for the farms' first tractor as it hoves into view, arriving to plough land not farmed since before the civil war. Pa...

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAMA SALONE!

On the shores of beautiful Whale Bay with gratitude and love to Sierra Leoneans across the World a happy and delightful 64th anniversary...

Apr 27

SATURDAYS' SALUTORY SOCCER LESSON

The kids, taking a sure-fire route to soccer success, hit upon the bright idea of hiring their footballing talent in rather than the hard...

Apr 18

REST IN PERFECT PEACE AUNTY ROSE

What seemed like the whole of Freetown came to mourn the passing of Aunty Rose Tiafoe, Thursday, resting perfectly in peace at the grand...

Apr 17

SPORTING GOLD: LITTLE LIAM TRIUMPHS BIG

John Obey community sports ground was a-buzz with excitement today as caregivers and well-wishers followed the grand sporting pararde...

Apr 12

HOPE SAKUMA: A-MULCHING WE SHALL GO!

The Hope Sakuma team mulch the remaining vegetable beds with rice straw to supress weeds and retain moisture in the soil after they water...

Apr 8

HOPE SAKUMA: JICA COMES UP TRUMPS TRACKING DOWN TRACTOR

Mohamed comes up trumps tracking down the tractor, visiting Menteh on his mission and the brothers Bangura become mighty excited at the...

Apr 4

CELEBRATING SIERRA LEONE CHILDRENS' BOOK DAY

Join the Hope kids celebrating Children's Book Day in Sierra Leone, eager to deep dive into their favourite books

Apr 1

HOPE SAKUMA: 108 FINISH!

The hard-working Hope Sakuma team celebrate their 108th row of vegetable and cassava; marking out more nice neat rows ready for planting,...

Mar 30

A HEATWARMING RETURN

A heart-warming and heartening visit, as Harper and Ami, Isa and Elle make a welcome return to their roots and Mama Salone with their two...

Mar 27

HOPE SAKUMA: GROWING FOR SEED

The Hope Sakuma team take a well-earned break, resting int he shade as Mohamed Jica, Morlai, Pa Aruna and new recruit, Abdul set about...

Mar 23

A-BARBERING WE SHALL GO!

Leo expertly barbers all the boys, showcasing his barbering skills while Sophie deftly teases and twists the girls hair into beautiful...

Mar 22

HOPE SAKUMA: JICA JOINS THE TEAM

Morlai and Pa Aruna welcome old friend Mohamed Jica to the Hope Sakuma. Long-time followers will recall the farms’ early days when...

Mar 12

WHEN WE'RE CLEANING WINDOWS!

The official start of spring heralds much-anticipated time for spring cleaning, a seasonal ritual that many families embrace with...

Mar 9

SATURDAY SOCCER IN SIERRA LEONE

The boys head down to grassfield for a quick game of 4-a-side soccer in sporting outfits of orange and yellow enjoying the chance to...

Mar 1

GOING FOR GOLD: SIXTH SPRINGWATER SPORTS MEET

The sixth annual inter-house sports day took place today at Springwater Community Academy, located in the vibrant heart of Mabron. This...

Feb 22

KNOWLEDGE IS LIGHT

Leo steps up to join Alex teaching the kids at Mama Mayila's Cradle, reprising his summer school success and giving a Math class of times...

Feb 12

HOPE SAKUMA: GRAND DAY A-PLANTING!

Hope Sakumas' grand pepper planting gets underway carefully transplanting nursed seedlings but not before Morlai stops to collect...

Feb 3

GOING FOR GOLD: RISINGS' SPORTS DAY

An opening ceremony with a grand parade of students in their house colours gets everyone in the sporty mood for Rising Academy's two day...

Feb 2

HOPE SAKUMA: PADDIES INTO PEPPER BEDS

Hope Sakumas’ new interim farm coordinator, Morlai, starts his tenure carefully measuring and marking out nice straight vegetable beds...

Jan 22

HOPE'S BIG BOARD MEET

Mama Mayila and all the kids extend a warm welcome to the esteemed members of the Hope Board as they gather for the first meet of 2025,...

Jan 19

IN HUES OF BLUES AND YELLOWS IT'S BACK TO SCHOOL IN SIERRA LEONE!

The kids head off for the new school term in hues of blues and yellows primary and juniors make their way to Abierich Academy while in...

Jan 7

SIERRA LEONE NEW YEARS DANCE OFF

Marvel at some fabulously fancy footwork as the top ten contenders from Hope's grand New Year's dance-off with 42 local kids from York...

Jan 4

HAPPY NEW YEAR FROM SIERRA LEONE!

A very Happy and Blessed New Year for 2025 from the Hope kids in Sierra Leone to our generous sponsors, dedicated supporters, beloved...

Jan 1

CHRISTMAS IN THE CRADLE

Join the kids as they enjoy a two-day family Christmas in the Cradle with Grandma, celebrating special brthdays, opening gifts, Christmas...

Dec 25, 2024

CHRISTMAS WITH THE MOA WHARF KIDS

Mama Mayila's out and about bringing some Christmas cheer to the kids in our Moa Wharf kinship fostering programme. Thanks to a fantastic...

Dec 24, 2024

MEGA CHRISTMAS TREATS FOR CHILDREN IN NEED

Thanks to an amazing €1000 donation from Aunty Marenka and Heart for Humanity to our Angel Tree fundraiser, uncle Williams and Hassan are...

Dec 23, 2024

AN ANGEL TREE CHRISTMAS: CAROLS FROM SIERRA LEONE

With a wahoa-a-woa-a-woa-a-wo it's time for the kids to don their Santa caps once more as they present for your delectation and delight...

Dec 21, 2024

REACHING FOR THE STARS: RISINGS END OF TERM BASH

Mama Mayila attends another ram-packed Christmas party, this time it’s for Rising Academy’s end of term celebrations, a highly...

Dec 19, 2024

MABRON'S CHRISTMAS CELEBRATIONS

Mabron School is absolutely packed to the rafters today, as parents, caregivers, and family members come together to join the 390...

Dec 18, 2024

ABIERICH CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES

The last day of term at Abierich Academy was a truly enchanting occasion, transformed into a festive wonderland. Students of all ages...

Dec 12, 2024

SLANGO AGM: A UNIFIED VOICE FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Mama Mayila was proud to attend the 16th annual general meeting of the Sierra Leone Association of Non-Governmental Organizations...

Dec 11, 2024

BEAUCOUP BOUNTY FOR THE ROKEL KIDS

The Rokel kids' eyes light up with excitement and anticipation as they gaze upon beaucoup bounty with four jumbo bags filled to the brim...

Dec 2, 2024

SINGING, DANCING AND BABY BUMPS GALORE

Dancing, songs and baby bumps galore greeted Mama Mayila and uncle Williams at the second annual distribution of baby boxes for...

Nov 24, 2024

INSPIRING HOPE: OLLIES' EXAM SUCCESS!

A beaming Ollie's pleased as punch to score the highest in his school for National Primary Svhool Examinations (NPSE) in the just...

Nov 20, 2024

LIAMS' FIRST SMILE

Dreamboat Liam smiles his first smile for the camera and what a big broad one it is, showcasing a wide and radiant grin! This shared...

Nov 17, 2024

CHALLENGES FOR ROKEL ORPHANAGE

Uncle Williams visits to Rokel and the children residing at the Jesus Disciple Interim Care Centre, overseen by the dedicated Reverend...

Nov 10, 2024

BIG BEAUTIFUL BEACH TRIP

Grandma and uncle Cor from the Netherlands treat the kids and aunties to a delightful day out at stunning No. 2 beach - just one of 60...

Nov 1, 2024

TERRIFIC TRIP TO TACUGAMA

Leo and Alex take uncle Cor and his grandkids on a memorable outing to the Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a place dedicated to the...

Oct 26, 2024

EMPOWERING CHILDREN IN SIERRA LEONE

Experience the vibrant atmosphere at Mabron’s Springwater Community Academy, as the pupils eagerly gather, thronging to greet Mama Mayila...

Oct 25, 2024

MID-WEEK IN THE CRADLE

Mid-week in the Cradle finds serene moments captured in the daily lives of Elle, Destiny, Ami, Faith, Liam, Ollie, Scout, and Sophie. The...

Oct 9, 2024

HOPE SAKUMA: MORE AZOLLA POWERED PADDIES

John meticulously seeds Hope Sakumas’ newly planted rice paddies with Azolla, a small floating aquatic fern known for its remarkable...

Oct 2, 2024

PLAYTIME AT ABIERICH

A sneak peek behind the scenes at Abierich Academy offers a delightful glimpse into the daily lives of the children as they immerse...

Oct 1, 2024

HOPE KIDS DECLARE A FULL HOUSE!

Join the Hope kids as they celebrate a milestone with a full house of registration certificates in Sierra Leone.

Sep 29, 2024

MARVELLOUS MABRON MAKEOVER

Join the kids at Mabron’s Springwater Community Academy in their newly renovated classrooms, where they embrace the joy of learning.

Sep 27, 2024

DISTRIBUTING HOPE: SCHOOL KIT FOR MOA WHARF

Children patiently sit with school report cards at the ready at todays' event taking place at Moa Wharf, as national Coordinator, Uncle...

Sep 15, 2024

SMART NEW UNIFORMS FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR

Experience a vibrant vision of sophistication as students proudly don their smart new uniforms, marking the beginning of a new school year

Sep 13, 2024

BACK TO SCHOOL IN SIERRA LEONE

Excited and filled with anticipation, the children eagerly prepare for their first day of school. Selecting their new bags, packed full...

Sep 9, 2024

HOPE SAKUMA: MORE PADDIES PLANTED

The dedicated Hope Sakuma farmers continue their hard work extending the farms rice paddies into the newly discovered swamp planting...

Sep 7, 2024

GREAT GROUNDNUT!

Little Abe and newcomer Liam take great delight uprooting the groundnut planted a few short months ago. As they carefully separate the...

Sep 6, 2024

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