Welcome to Abaana Ministries Uganda Limited (AMUL)! Here in Uganda, we are very grateful to all the sponsors and donors who play such a vital role in our work of reaching out to vulnerable children and communities. Abaana Ministries Uganda is a registered non–profit organisation that plays a role alongside the government and other development agencies in addressing poverty–related issues, primarily through promoting access to education and supporting street–connected children. Abaana (meaning ‘children’ in Luganda) emphasises faith–based, holistic care for each child within the context of the child’s family and community. Abaana Uganda’s head office is in Kito, Wakiso District, with projects in eight districts, and partners with many other agencies and government offices in its interventions.
Legal Information
· Abaana Ministries is a registered NGO – FORR79492485NB
· Permit number (issued 13th March 2024, valid for five years) – FORP74092485NB
· Company limited by guarantee number 98523
Latest news
Launch of Kadok
A team from the Abaana office in Wakiso, including board members, had the privilege of travelling to Kadok in Ngora to attend the launch of Kadok Primary School. This is a school under the Church of Uganda, with which Abaana started a partnership earlier in the year to construct two classroom blocks and two latrines. Classroom furniture was also purchased, meaning the children now have a dignified environment in which to study. Many local political and community leaders as well as the Bishop, alongside other representatives from the Kumi Church of Uganda diocese, attended the colourful function. We are looking forward to supporting Kadok further, including identifying children to join our sponsorship programme.
Zuri – I am a Champion!
Abaana’s Zuri Project empowers girls and boys aged 11+ with the skills and information they need to make good life choices regarding relationships, focusing on building their identity as precious children of God. Over a six–week course, girls are also taught how to manage their menstrual health and make their own washable sanitary pads. It is a great encouragement to see children enabled to approach their adolescent years with confidence.
Team projects
We are so grateful for the multiple groups and teams we have hosted this year, and for all the activities carried out. Because of the teams, four schools received a facelift through painting, two latrines were built, and many donations, such as reading books and clothes, were made. Children in schools, former choir children, and the New Life Homes boys also got to experience special outings and meals. Our sincere thanks to everyone who came, and those who supported their trips in countless ways.
Safeguarding Training
As part of our safeguarding policy, Abaana recognizes that it is very important to not only provide regular training about how to keep children safe and respond to child protection incidents to staff, but also to parents and teachers – and children as well. Using the expertise of a consultant, every school was visited, and training was provided to help create safer schools and communities.
New Life Home
New Life Home is a transitional residence for former street boys, providing them with psychosocial support, education, and rehabilitation before reintegrating them into their families. New Life Home continues to be a safe space for these children. This year, it has been truly inspiring to witness the boys’ holistic transformation. They participated in various life skills training programs, attended Christian camps, and enjoyed memorable moments with visiting teams. Joel, who was rescued from the streets of Kampala, shared his thoughts:
I was abandoned by my mother when I was very young, and an organization took me in before placing me with an adoptive family. Unfortunately, I was mistreated in that family, which led me to run away to the streets of Kampala. Life on the streets was extremely difficult; I faced harsh conditions, such as sleeping in the cold, being mistreated by older boys, and struggling to find food. One day, Abaana rescued me and brought me to New Life Homes, where I receive everything, a child needs. I love that I can go to school as well as train in different skills. My dream is to become a professional footballer and a mechanic in the future. Thank you so much for giving me hope and a brighter future. May God bless you.
Summary of projects / locations of work
Abaana Uganda currently runs the following projects:
New Life Homes – New Life Homes is a licenced temporary children’s home in Uganda where street–connected children can receive Christian care and counsel, as well as have their physical needs, such as food and clothing, met. Boys are reconciled to their families as soon as possible, and the ultimate aim is that each boy would have a safe and healthy long–term home situation. Each boy that is registered receives ongoing sponsorship support in their Primary, Secondary and tertiary education.
Sponsorship – Abaana provides sponsorship to over 1,700 children from pre–primary to tertiary level who would otherwise be unable to attend or complete school. Fees are provided, as well as the provision of basics such as uniforms and scholastic materials. Special projects such as the distribution of sanitary pads and Christian teaching, including access to a Scripture Union/Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF) camp, are part of interventions so that each sponsored child is helped holistically. Abaana staff regularly visit the schools to ensure that the children are getting relevant support and help with special needs, such as medical cases, where possible.
Education and School Support – In addition to sponsorship, Abaana has built 19 primary schools, and continues to provide support through partnerships with 17 of these in– Busia, Amuru, Mayuge, Mukono, Kampala, Kayunga, Ngora, and Pallisa. Abaana supports education in low–income communities primarily by building classrooms and other buildings so that the infrastructure is in place for each school to effectively provide education in the community. Abaana also builds capacity in the schools to improve standards by training school leadership, providing resources such as textbooks and monitoring the school in various areas.
Teams – Abaana Uganda provides opportunities for people to come on short–term teams to Uganda to engage in activities related to Abaana’s work with vulnerable children. Please refer to the main Abaana UK website pages if you are based outside of Uganda and interested in joining the work on such a team – you are most welcome.
Partnerships – Abaana also works with other organisations in a variety of ways, mainly through street children outreach activities and also being a conduit for support for other projects. Through this, Abaana supports many more vulnerable children who are part of other agencies and is always interested in establishing new partnerships with like–minded organisations to share resources and network more effectively. Abaana is a member of CRANE (Children at Risk Action Network) and the national NGO forum, as well as registered with each district in which it operates.
Choir – Abaana has sent three children’s choirs to UK and Ireland, in 2017, 2019 and 2024. The 4–month tours showcase the work Abaana does in low–income communities and give an opportunity for current and potential sponsors to connect with Uganda through song, dance and testimony. Over 1,500 new sponsors have signed up to support children’s education because of these choir tours.
Guesthouse
Abaana Ministries Uganda has a guesthouse used primarily by visiting teams and volunteers but is open for anyone who would like a quiet, homely, peaceful place to stay with delicious continental and local dishes. We particularly welcome other organisations or companies who would like to run conferences or workshops in a serene environment, with a meeting room, sheltered veranda, and a large garden available for various group activities. Please contact us at guesthouse@abaana.org.ug or 0773–748819 for more information.
Our Physical Address – Abaana Ministries Uganda is based in Kito village, Kira Town Council. From Kira town council, take the tarmac road at Kira Primary School and continue for around 1.5 kilometres. At the first (small) crossroads, at a large signpost for Abaana Guesthouse and Office, take a right (the road is called Kagimu Close). Take the next right, and the Abaana office gate is straight ahead. You can also look for ‘Abaana Guesthouse’ on Googlemaps.
Phone and email contacts
Landline: 0393–266076
Whatsapp/phone (also mobile money): 0773 748038
Email: admin@abaana.org.ug or office@abaana.org.ug
To give to Abaana
Abaana relies on donations to serve vulnerable children in Uganda. Should you be interested in supporting our work, please get in touch with us for banking or mobile money details for monetary assistance or email us at the contacts above for any donations in kind. Thank you.
List of Directors
Abaana Ministries Uganda has seven company members/directors: Mr Julius Ananura (Chairperson); Mr Scott Baxter (the Abaana founder); Mrs Bibian Muganguzi (Secretary); Mr Ambrose Hans Ahanga; Mr John Nsamba; Mr Wilberforce Ssempijja, Mr Ivan Jonah Muwaya, Mrs Esther Kusiima. The Directors provide direction, accountability and oversight of the operations of Abaana Ministries Uganda.
Disclaimer related to Abaana Ministries’ sponsorship scheme
Abaana Ministries Limited is a registered company limited by guarantee and NGO in Uganda. Our mission is to work with communities to address the holistic needs of vulnerable children, particularly in education. It has come to our notice that some individuals are claiming that sponsorship is available for people who pay money to a certain mobile money number. This is categorically untrue. Abaana’s sponsorship scheme is attached to identified primary schools with which Abaana partners and there is a system of identifying needy children within those communities. Moreover, NO MONEY is required in this process. Abaana Ministries will never ask people to pay money to secure sponsorship and anyone involved in this act is acting fraudulently and completely outside of Abaana Ministries’ authority. Anyone who pays money to access a service offered from Abaana Ministries does so entirely at their own risk.