Project Report
| Dec 2, 2023
Welcoming our new Baby Pigs!
By Kate Thompson & Gideon Mawenya | Director & Manager
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We are thrilled to announce that last month, two of our sows successfully gave birth to a total of 13 healthy piglets! Additionally, we have two more mama pigs expected to deliver next month. This marks a significant achievement in our alternative protein project, representing the first successful breeding season and a milestone for our initiative. Moving forward, we plan to continue breeding our pigs, selling surplus individuals, and utilizing some of the meat to supplement the children's diets.
In Tanzania, early childhood malnutrition contributes to stunted growth and difficulty focusing in school, and we prioritize ensuring that our students have well-rounded diets. Furthermore, the surplus income generated from this project directly supports vital operations at the center. By offsetting operating costs, we aim to move towards financial self-sustainability through livelihood projects!
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Aug 4, 2023
Our Cattle Husbandry Project Gets a Boost!
By Katharine Thompson | Executive Director
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Through the help of volunteers, last month, we renovated our cattle husbandry facilities! We repaired the damaged cowshed floor and walls during the rainy season. This repair not only improved the living conditions for the cows but also ensured their safety and well-being. Our program is off to a great relaunch with a second baby cow!
We've begun to network with agricultural extension programs in the united states to adopt best husbandry and record keeping practices. Through our connections with Penn State and Stony Brook Universities, we bring international talent and guidance to our livestock programs. This supports continuing education for our staff, and ensures we're at the forefront of livestock management techniques in East Africa. We believe in building local capacity through collaboration and mentorship!
Next month, we'll relaunch our chicken husbandry project with a renovated on-site facility and dedicated program mentor. We're so excited to take these next steps forward with your support!
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Apr 18, 2023
Pig Power!
By Gideon Mawenya and Kate Thompson | Manager and Executive Director
last year Amani launched a pig husbandry alternative protein project! We have a healthy group of four pigs, three females, and one male. Our first aim was to breed the female pigs, which are now pregnant, with an expected delivery of 30 piglets by the end of July. Our area is home to several tourist lodges, meaning the market for pork is great! Once grown to full size in a matter of months, these piglets will provide our children with an additional source of protein in their diets and an additional line of income year after year for our center!
In addition, the waste from this project is added to our biogas digester. This system processes organic waste at the children's home and creates a source of renewable fuel for our kitchens- lighting our fires and keeping our pots boiling! Together, our pig and biogas projects are a source of sustainable energy and income rolled into one, to ensure our center burns brightly for generations to come.
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