In January, we welcomed three new babies to Toro Babies Home. Nyangoma Amyrah and Nyakato Shamyrah, twins aged one year, were abandoned by their parents and referred to us by a social services worker from the central division.Alinaitwe Christian, a small infant of only one month, has now also found refuge with us. Attentive neighbors rescued him when his mother, who is mentally ... read more
Outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease hits Toro Babies home hard
In the Kabarole district, which includes Fort Portal, there has been an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, which has led to a ban on the sale of beef, pork, goat meat and dairy products. However, this measure has serious consequences for the Toro Babies Home. Powdered milk, an important source of nutrients for the children, is now difficult to obtain and has risen sharply in ... read more
German and Spanish Volunteers Make a Significant Impact
The German volunteers have seamlessly adapted to the environment, excelling in their efforts to assist with household tasks and more. Simultaneously, the Spanish volunteers and friends of the home are playing a crucial role in ensuring that these children lead a good and healthy life. We express our deepest gratitude for their support and the time they dedicate to these ... read more
New Hope: Shelter for Two Vulnerable Babies
This month, we welcomed two children in need of urgent care and protection. Mugisa Posiano, a one-year-old, had been subjected to abuse by his parents, leading to severe malnutrition. He has since been admitted to the nutritional department at Buhinga for necessary treatment. The second child, Atuhaire Miracle, was born prematurely at seven months, losing her 13-year-old ... read more
Back Home
In December, numerous children successfully returned to their homes. These children, aged three to five, now either have a new home in their communities or have reunited with their own families. Simultaneously, due to unsafe living conditions, some children were brought back, including Nakabuye Peace and Kisembo John, who are expected to be cared for by the organization "Love ... read more
Christmas Celebration
On December 19, 2023, a special Christmas celebration took place at Toro Babies' Home, attended by board members, community and religious leaders, as well as friends from Fort Portal. The highlight of the event was the birthday celebration of Elvis, who turned two on that day. The festivities were made possible by the generous sponsorship of our Norwegian partners Children need ... read more