It was a night of celebration on 1st February when Busega Scotland held its first Annual General Meeting​ – we had come of age! All trustees were able to attend and our constitution lays down set functions for the meeting. The centrepiece is the Chair’s report and you will find this in the reports section of the website https://busegascotland.co.uk/reports/. The report had some significant highlights:

• A record of thanks for the many contributions made to Busega Scotland’s work by trustees, supporters, businesses, churches and organisations in Scotland, Tanzania and other countries.
• The partnerships that have been established In Moray, and the way Busega Scotland gives back to the community that supports it so well.
• An income in the period 1st July 2015 to 30th November 2016 of £35,054.
• The significant progress made in Tanzania in each of the three main projects.
• The conclusion that Busega Scotland has become a credible and respected charity at home and overseas.

​There was a note of caution about finances. Despite a relatively healthy position at the moment, there is a need​ to maintain fundraising to sustain our projects, with the fall in the value of the pound and rising Tanzanian prices being added pressures. The trustees hope we can increase the number of regular donors to support day to day expenditure; especially at the Mayega Children’s Centre and for the ten students in the Moving-on Project. If any supporter is able to help by setting up a standing order, then this can be achieved through the Donate Now page on our website.

Here’s to another successful year in the life of Busega Scotland!