Author Archives: Makeni Webmaster

About Makeni Webmaster

I spent most of my youth in Makeni, growing up at the centre as it emerged from the bush, one building at a time. I now work in the UK as a lecturer in computer science.

AAA Support for Chisamba Settlement Village

Posted on August 13, 2009 by Makeni Webmaster

African Aids Angels in Victoria, BC have been supporting our work for many years now. We are very grateful for their continuing assistance!  Whilst the group takes a particular interest in the welfare of the children at St Nicholas Orphanage, … Continue reading →

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School buildings nearing completion

Posted on August 8, 2009 by Makeni Webmaster

I have just received this picture of one of the new school buildings nearing completion!   It’s looking very nice, I must say. We hope to give you the latest pictures very soon, as we are visiting Makeni this month. … Continue reading →

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Farewell to Ambuya Judy Passmore

Posted on June 14, 2009 by Makeni Webmaster

At the end of December 2008, our dear Ambuya Judy Passmore bade farewell to MEC and to the children of St. Nicholas Orphanage. Mrs Passmore retired due to ill health. She was the house mother just after the inception of … Continue reading →

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St Nicholas Village dormitories

Posted on May 10, 2009 by Makeni Webmaster

This recent photo shows Martha, Grace, Chikondiwe and Jane at St Nicholas Village for Children. They were just back at their dormitories during a lunchtime break at Makeni Centre Primary school. At the time this was taken, there were 31 … Continue reading →

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