The Children’s Centre received tremendous Christmas generosity from the Kirawira Serena Camp, in the Serengeti’s western corridor. Mayega is just 10 miles from Ndabaka Gate, and our matron, Leya Lusana, is friends with Kirawira staff.

They have brought gifts previously, but 2023 was exceptional. A TV, dish, and decoder, so the children can watch TV at the Centre for the first time! Our Officer in Charge, Neema Stephen, said, ‘the TV is working well, and the children watch the news in the evening’.

It is great that the knowledge and experiences of the children are being widened, as growing up in rural Africa does not always provide a window on the outside world. However, we are pretty sure TV watching will extend beyond the news! Unfortunately, the African Cup of Nations tournament would have been a disappointment. Tanzania went out at the group stage. Bad luck Taifa Stars!