A Wonderful Start to the Year – Thank You!

Dear Supporters and Friends,

I’m delighted to share that the new year has started on a fantastic note at the nursery school in Sani Village, Nkhotakota! We now have 75 children attending regularly, receiving a warm bowl of porridge each morning and engaging in their lessons with the help of their teacher, Jane.

It is currently the rainy season in Malawi, and in previous years, heavy rains meant we had to close the breakfast club on wet days. But this year, thanks to the nursery school building you helped make possible, the children are learning, playing, and thriving—rain or shine! They are particularly enjoying their tablet learning sessions, which have been a great addition to their early education (please see pictures below).

As we continue this journey, we are excited to start growing our own vegetables this year, including peanuts, spinach, and tomatoes, to improve the nutritional value of the children’s meals. If you have any gardening tips or advice, we would love to hear from you!

Once again, thank you for making all of this possible—your generosity is giving these children access to food, education, and a safe space to develop. Wishing you all success in your endeavors, and we look forward to sharing more updates soon!

Using tablets to learn basic literacy and numeracy

With gratitude,

Sarah Kumvana Amani

Kwathu Breakfast Club

Winter Update – Thank You for Helping Us Prepare for a Joyful Christmas Celebration

Dear Supporters and Donors,

As we enter the winter season, we want to take a moment to thank you once again for your generous support and to share some updates on how your contributions are making a difference for the nursery school children in Sani Village, Nkhotakota.

Thanks to your support, we have been able to purchase new cooking utensils for the nursery, including a large pot, or sefuliya (pictured below), which will be invaluable for preparing the morning porridge. Our previous pot had grown corroded and worn over time; and was prone to burning food, but with this new sefuliya, we can continue to cook nutritious meals for the children every morning.

Large African Cooking Pot 'Sefuliya'

Additionally, we have purchased new plates in anticipation of a special Christmas celebration! At the end of the year, we plan to host a small party for the children, complete with a warm meal and treats to celebrate the festive season. It will be a meaningful way to come together and celebrate their accomplishments, and it wouldn’t be possible without your incredible generosity.

This holiday season, we are filled with gratitude for all the ways you have helped us provide for these children. From cooking utensils for daily breakfasts, to learning and play materials; every contribution has been instrumental in creating a nurturing learning environment for them to play, learn and grow.

As always, thank you for being part of this journey with us. We look forward to sharing the joy of the upcoming Christmas season with the children and will keep you updated with photos and moments from our celebrations!

Thank You for Making Our First End of Term Celebration a Success!

We are thrilled to share the joyous news of our nursery school's first ever end of term celebration, made possible through your incredible support and generosity. The nursery school construction completed in February 2024, and has since seen over 150 children come through its doors for breakfast, play and learning. This end of term marks a significant milestone in our journey to provide quality education and a nurturing environment for the children of Sani Village, Nkhotakota.

The end of term coincided with another special occasion – Gogo Amani's 80th birthday on 24th. To celebrate, the children joined Gogo Amani at her home by Lake Malawi; in a day filled with singing, dancing, and a delicious lunch of rice and goat stew- as well as a cheeky lollipop for dessert. The festivities brought smiles and laughter, creating cherished memories for everyone involved (Please see below video):

As the children break for the summer, we reflect on the remarkable progress we have made together - the progress made by the nursery school has been recognised by the local elders who joined the newly formed nursery school committee to start conducting a review which will help them plan for the next term. Your support has allowed us to create a safe, vibrant space where the children can play, learn, and develop. This nurturing environment is a testament to the collective efforts of our dedicated community of supporters.

Looking ahead, we remain committed to providing the children with nutritious breakfasts and enriching learning opportunities when they return in September. Your continued generosity will help us sustain and enhance these vital programs, ensuring that the children receive the support they need to thrive.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being an integral part of this journey. Your kindness and contributions have made a profound impact on the lives of the children and the entire community.

Wishing you a wonderful summer and looking forward to the next chapter together.

Warmest regards,

Sarah Kumvana Amani

www.kwathubreakfastclub.com