Dan joins the army

After diligently working in HOREC for 8 months as a farm hand, Dan Njuguna is set to join the disciplined forces as an army cadet. In an emotional farewell party, Dan was greatful for the support and love from his colleagues and the children he had dedicated his time to nurture. “I thank all of you for the support and love you have showed me during the time I have been with you in HOREC. I will miss all of you and especially the boys who treated me like their big brother”, he shared. 

Dan poses for a picture with his colleagues.

Christine Wambui said she was sad to lose such a dedicated staff but was happy for him and the bright prospects awaiting him. Said Christine: “Dan has been very passionate in his work and is part of the HOREC family and we will miss you. I am delighted that you have joined the army”.  

The children as well as staff thanked Dan for being such an hardworking person who was ready to extend his help beyond the farm. He assisted the children to do their homework and also helped in the kitchen when he was asked to.

Dan sang a moving song: “God will make a way” to great applause from the staff and children. Dan will be missed by all of us in HOREC. 

Music, Drama , Dance and more Dance

HOREC children were treated to Music, dance and drama by youths from the KAG church, Buruburu in what turned out to be a fun-filled weekend. The youths from the Church led by Obat and Rita, thrilled the children with praise songs and skits that left the children in stitches. HOREC children were not left out as they showcased their unmatched singing prowess as they led the praise and worship session.

Cecelia (holding Microphone), Agnes and Carol in  green T-shirt singing their hearts out...

The dancing session was the show-stopper as the HOREC children tried to outdo the visitors. Our very own Dan Kimani went head to head with the best dancer from KAG church and you guessed right-Dan prevailed. 

Willy and Lucy showing off some rare dancing skills

After an enjoyable treat of fruits from the church, a service was conducted with the youth pastor urging the children and staff to put God first in everything they engage in. One of the youths gave a moving testimony of how he was left an orphan at a tender age of 11 and had to fend for himself. He narrated how he would go for many nights without food but what he missed most was parental love. The young man told the HOREC children to count themselves lucky as they have a roof over their heads and most importantly parental love from HOREC although they are orphans.

The founder, Christine Wambui thanked the youths for visiting and urged them to come and bring friends to be with HOREC children.

The thrilling event  saw over 50 youths in attendance.  

QTY Launches Foundation

The QTY FOUNDATION was officially launched at the secret lounge amid pomp and color. QTY is a celebrated music titan in Kenya with a huge fan base. The artist will use her celebrity status to educate the youths on the dangers of pre-marital sex and proper usage of condoms.

Speaker after speaker in the well-attended event urged the youths to abstain from sex until marriage as that is what is expected of Christians. Although QTY Foundation encourages the use of condoms for the sexually active youths some speakers felt that was not a solution.

Mr. John Mutahi the MyMentor association director.

 Mr. Mutahi, the founder of MyMentor association implored the youths not to indulge in sexual activities as true love waits. The MyMentor director did not mince his words and vigorously castigated the use of condoms as a solution to curb HIV/AIDS and instead advocated for faithfulness in marriage and abstinence in case one hasn’t tied the knot.  

David Ogot of Letsgohome

The same sentiments were shared by Mr. David Ogot, who is an accomplished speaker and one time alcoholic. He shared his experiences as an alcoholic and the poor judgments he made while drank. Ogot recounted how he found himself on numerous occasions in bed with ladies of questionable characters after a night of heavy drinking-he could not remember if he had used a condom or not. He beseeched the youths to be careful with the tipple as it had wasted 27 years of his most productive life and brought a lot of pain to his family.

HOREC Founder, Christine Wambui at the event.

Christine Wambui, the HOREC founder, was full of praise for the young artist. “QTY am really impressed when I see celebrities taking the driver seat in fighting HIV/AIDS. You have a platform that affords you the opportunity to reach many youths in the country. I wish you all the best and HOREC will partner with your organization in fighting the HIV/AIDS scourge”, said the visibly happy Christine.

On her part, QTY was full of praise for all who attended and showed their supports towards her cause. “I am overwhelmed by your support and I know am not alone in spreading the message on HIV/AIDS. I will partner with like-minded people in this scourge that has claimed so many Kenyans who are dear to us”, said an excited QTY. The artist lost her sister through the HIV/AIDS.

The Kijani trio thrilling the participants.

 

Anthony Gumbo and Carolyne Kakuve reciting a poem

The more than 200 youths were treated to music from established and upstarts artists. The trio of Kijani wowed the excited youths with their soulful lyrics that touched on HIV/AIDS. HOREC children also recited a moving poem to a great applause. The HOREC director has been invited to another event to give a talk on HIV/AIDS at the Nairobi Institute of Business Studies on the 15th of this month.

Thanks to Sara Nanaa for the invitation.