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Season's Greetings from Father Boniface

Season's Greetings from Father Boniface

December 2019

Father Boniface sends us a message during this happy season of Christmas. He assures us all of his gratitude, as well as that of the children and their continued prayers for us.

Our Chairman's Message 2019

Our Chairman's Message 2019

December 2019

2019 has been another year of considerable achievement for EVC Uganda made possible by the magnificent support of our donors, trustees and volunteers. Our chairman, Ted Fawcett gives a brief overview below:

Comic Opera, Musicals and Cheese & Wine

Comic Opera, Musicals and Cheese & Wine

September 2019

On 18th September, EVC Uganda had the pleasure of hosting the wonderful talents of the Stewartby Operatic and Dramatic Society who ran a fantastic musical evening in aid of the charity.

Serverus Jjumba, Bishop of Masaka

Serverus Jjumba, Bishop of Masaka

August 2019

Recently, the Holy Father Pope Francis appointed Msgr. Serverus Jjumba as the new bishop of the Diocese of Masaka, the region in which EVC Uganda operates.

Get to know Nakidde Margaret

Get to know Nakidde Margaret

July 2019

In our last blog, we heard Gonzaga's inspiring story. This time we learn about her assistant, Margaret.

Get to know Naluyange Gonzaga

Get to know Naluyange Gonzaga

June 2019

At the start of the year, Gonzaga, an active volunteer for EVC Uganda, was appointed the Finance and Administration Manager in Uganda. Previous to this, her role was the Bursar to St Matia Mulumba school.

All fired up for Fire Safety!

All fired up for Fire Safety!

May 2019

During Gordon and Phil Lland’s trip to Uganda in November 2018, it was noticed that there was inadequate fire protection in the dormitories in the St Matia Mulumba and St Kizito primary schools.

Get to know Nakalema Judith

Get to know Nakalema Judith

April 2019

Judith holds the position of Headteacher at St Matia Mulumba Primary School. She has gone through the schooling system herself and is now giving back to the community. Judith has an inspiring story of her own.

Visit to the Children's Homes

Visit to the Children's Homes

March 2019

On their recent trip to Uganda, Gordon and Phil made many community visits to the children's homes, which they described as a harrowing experience. Here they give their account of the poverty and living conditions witnessed:

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