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Mirriam
Mirriam’s father died in 2003, and her mother died two years later. Mirriam was then placed in the care of an aunt. Her aunt was also caring for four other children in her home. Struggling to care for Mirriam as well, her aunt asked for help. Mirriam arrived at the Rafiki Village Zambia in 2008. She soon benefited from the quality care, nutritious food, and loving family environment in the Village. Mirriam's faith is growing rich and deep. She is able to consider a passage in the Bible, look at a commentary, and teach others the truths found there. She spends time alone reading God's word and praying. Mirriam enjoys singing and is a part of the choir. Mirriam is a top student whose favorite subjects are language arts and math. She is an excellent role model for other students, and she has become a leader due to her academic excellence and leadership qualities.
DOB: May 22, 2002
Judith
After Judith’s mother passed away in 2006, she was placed in the care of her grandmother, who could not provide for her basic needs.
James
James’ mother died shortly after giving birth to him and his twin brother, Joseph.
Mary
Mary is a double orphan who was placed in the care of her uncle and his family after the death of her parents.
Samson
Both of Samson's parents died when he was a young child.
Erick
Erick lived with his impoverished uncle who could not provide for his needs before arriving at the Rafiki Village Malawi in 2007.
Epa
Epa’s mother died shortly after giving birth to him in 2003.
Annie
After the death of both her parents, Annie was cared for by her aunt.
Emanuel
Emanuel’s father died in a mountain climbing accident shortly before Emanuel was born, and his mother died when he was five years old.
Godwin
Godwin lived with his unemployed aunt and uncle before he arrived at the Rafiki Village Tanzania in 2011.
Katherine
Social Services referred Katherine to Rafiki because she was abandoned by her parents.
Brighton
Brighton came to the Rafiki Village Malawi in 2007 along with his older brother Petros after the death of their parents.
Dorcas/Deborah
Deborah's parents and siblings went missing during religious riots in Jos, Nigeria.
Reuben
Reuben’s mother died in 2007, and his father is unknown.
Miriam
Miriam was found at a local market in the Machakos district of Kenya.
Shadreck
Shadreck’s mother died in 2005, and his father died in 2006.
Segen
Segen's young mother abandoned her soon after giving birth to her, leaving Segen with her grandmother.
Takula
Takula’s mother died in 2005 of a fatal illness, and his father died two years later.
Monicah
Monicah's mother is believed to be dead, and her father is unknown.
Innocent
Both of Innocent's parents are deceased. Soon after his mother's death, Innocent was diagnosed with tuberculosis and began treatment.
Jacob
Jacob first arrived at the Rafiki Village Nigeria in 2006 after the death of his parents.
John
Both of John’s parents died in 2003. John was then placed in the care of his grandmother, but she struggled to provide for him and was unable to...
Gad
Gad's mother died immediately after he was born in 2010 in Kigali, Rwanda.
Joshua
Joshua and his twin brother, Samuel, arrived at Rafiki Village Liberia in July 2013.
Aaron
Aaron was abandoned as a small child near a police station.
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