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Since I returned from Africa, more precisely from The Gambia, I keep getting the same questions: Why did I go in the first place? What was it like? Will I go back again? And all the time, I find myself wondering what people are really asking me. Do they want to know whether I felt …
This Tuesday, Anastasia had the opportunity to visit Aji Mariama Sillah and her family — a child she proudly sponsors. It was a truly heartwarming day filled with connection, kindness, and shared moments. Anastasia brought Aji some gifts, which she absolutely loved, and also supported the family with essential food supplies. Aji’s mother welcomed everyone …
In a world where differences often divide us, there are moments that bring people together on the deepest level. One such moment is Eid al-Adha, known in The Gambia as Tobaski – one of the most important Muslim holidays, uniting faith, family, community, and solidarity. What is Tobaski and what does it mean? Tobaski, or …
On Friday, 27 March 2026, the day at our Kids Are The World Nursery School unfolded a little differently than usual. We held a special cultural day dedicated to the diversity of ethnic groups in The Gambia. From the moment of arrival, a festive atmosphere could be felt – the space was filled with colors, …
This past weekend was full of activity at our career and education center. Local craftsmen began preparing the site, which included clearing the area, marking out the construction zone, and excavating for the foundations. This was followed by compacting the ground, setting up the formwork, and carefully pouring the foundations that will support our next—already …
In The Gambia, the official currency is the Gambian dalasi (D). In addition to banknotes, there are also coins called bututs, although they are rarely used in everyday life anymore. Banknotes in circulation include 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, and 200 dalasi, which means that amounts quickly add up into thick stacks of paper. Admittedly, …
The Gambia is a small West African country stretching along the Gambia River, where the majority of the population is Muslim. Because of this, Ramadan holds a special place in everyday life. As these days unfold, The Gambia is entering to the final phase of the holy month of fasting, when cities, villages, and families …
As our children step into a well-deserved week of holidays—sure to be filled with laughter, play, and precious family moments—we are already looking forward to something truly special awaiting them upon their return. On Friday, March 27, our Kids Are The World Nursery School will come alive with color, rhythm, and stories as we celebrate …
I had always dreamed of visiting Africa, yet I never truly believed I would. It felt like one of those wishes I would keep talking about but never actually fulfill. That changed one October morning when I was browsing online for scholarship results and, by chance, came across an invitation to join a group expedition …
With the help of donations from our volunteer Tina, we were able to make something happen in our Kids Are The World Nursery School that may seem very simple at first glance – we bought new shoes and socks for all the children. But here we once again learned that even the most ordinary task …