Stories of hope from Ngoliba

Read how children, families and staff at The Ark work every day towards recovery, growth and new opportunities.

Interview with Vincent, Thomas and Mary

Interview with Vincent, Thomas and Mary

Who are the children of The Ark?

You hear a lot about The Ark. About the shamba, the new kitchen, the school fees. But who are the children behind all those projects, really?

We asked three of them to sit down with us. Not for a big interview — just a conversation. About who they are, what they enjoy, what they dream of. Three children, three stories.

Who is Thomas?

What is your name?

My name is Thomas Mutiso. I am 16 years old.

Where do you go to school?

I go to M.P. Shah Chania Senior School. It is a secondary school.

What do you enjoy doing?

I love playing chess.

What would you like to become?

I want to become an engineer. I love computer studies because I like creating solutions through technology.

What do you like about The Ark?

I like the love, the sense of community, and being together.

 

Who is Vincent?

What is your name?

My name is Vincent Otieno. I am 16 years old.

Where do you go to school?

I go to King David High.

Which subject do you enjoy?

I enjoy the subject about faith because it helps me understand more things about God.

What do you enjoy doing?

In my free time I love playing football and I do athletics. I compete at national level and take part in competitions with other schools.

What would you like to become?

I would love to become a professional athlete.

What do you like about The Ark?

What I appreciate about The Ark is the support, the love we receive, and working together. Also the way they honour God.

 

Who is Mary?

What is your name?

My name is Mary Kalundu and I am 18 years old.

Where do you go to school?

I go to Kambaga Girls High School.

What do you enjoy doing?

I love singing. I also enjoy computer studies because it helps me understand more about technology.

What would you like to become?

When I grow up I would like to become a doctor.

What do you like about The Ark?

What I like about The Ark is the love and care they show to us.

 

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