Tanzania_Hyunsik Kim 2025

In the Kerege region, most residents are local migrants who make a living by producing charcoal on land owned by local landlords. Charcoal production is considered one of the poorest forms of labor in Tanzania, and naturally, the children of these families also live in very difficult conditions.  Most children do not have toothbrushes or toothpaste at home, resulting in many dental cavities. Since visiting a dentist is not an option for most families, children often have their teeth pulled when cavities appear. Through the support of Global Children Foundation, 50 to 60 children each month receive toothbrushes, toothpaste, and soap. As a result, the number of cavities has significantly decreased, and the use of soap has helped prevent skin infections and other diseases.  Some children are unable to attend primary school even though education is free, and among 4th- and 5th-grade students, about 40–50% struggle with reading. However, through the daily after-school program, more than half of the children who previously could not read have now learned to read. In this area, where there are no art classes, the children enjoy coloring activities, learning about colors, and experiencing joyful moments.

Every day, 50 to 60 children come to the center, where they share a meal after class and enjoy freshly baked bread, eggs from the farm, and juice—receiving nourishment and grace through the program