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When Anita came to Kira Farm, life seemed hopeless. Her dad had been murdered and the family’s land had been stolen; she and her family had nothing and they were afraid of what the future would bring. Today, Anita is earning a good living as a tailor and hairdresser and has passed her skills on to her sisters. Her story is one of hope, inspiration and determination. Read more
Nobody likes talking about periods, but for half of the world’s adult population, they are an unavoidable fact. Amigos Menstrual Hygiene Management Programme will help to get girls in school, all month long. Read more
We tend to take trees for granted, but they are a central part of life as we know it. Find out why trees are so important to our lives. Read more
Light up your life (and a Ugandan one) with a LuminAID - the inflatable, solar-powered lamp that will change lives. Read more
You don't have to leave the house to be a hero! Read more
Following the success of 2019's tool amnesty, Amigos and RGB Building supplies hope to transform even more lives with this year's appeal. Read more
In October I joined a Supporters group visiting Amigos' projects in Uganda. It was emotional, uplifting, and soul-affirming! Read more
Ever since I can remember I've always wanted to help people in need, but I didn't know how 'little me' could make a difference. Read more
Hit a writing block? Get inspired here. Read more
‘When we met Norah she burst into tears and didn’t stop crying for 15 minutes!’ says Kira Farm Co-ordinator, Josh. ‘I was scared something terrible had happened...' Read more
South Molton United C of E Primary School has raised an incredible amount for Amigos through a sponsored run. Read more
Jackie Rudman from Barnstaple grows and sells flowers to support people in poverty in Uganda. Read more
Meet Alfred. He’s short like me – except he’s vertically challenged because he didn’t have enough to eat, whereas I only have my genes to blame. Read more
Hot, dry, dusty places in Uganda need clean water. In the largely forgotten Dwere village there was nothing except a church and bushland. Imagine the celebrations when the lorries rolled in to construct a borehole! Read more
Hungry young subsistence farmers are acquiring the skills required to create an abundance of food... Read more
When a professional photographer strolls into the Amigos office offering his extensive skills and expertise... Read more
My job makes me smile! Why? I have just spent two weeks visiting the 393 precious children who are part of the Amigos child sponsorship programme in Uganda. Read more