Shreya Ramakrishnan
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We have water!
Unbelievable progress continues in Konkourona! After drilling down into the earth twice unsuccessfully, the third time was a charm! A robust and reliable clean water supply marks another stunning milestone in Konkourona history. The water is being pumped into the newly installed water tower! The massive water tank stands nearly 50 feet tall and holds…
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The search for water has begun!
Big things are happening in Konkourona! Mami Siara Na submitted the application to the Burkina Faso government which will allow the health center to be supported by the Ministry of Health. This means that the health center would have access to medications, supplies, and nurses to staff the clinic provided by the government. The engineers…
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Gift of Transportation
When the founders of KAFO sat down to discuss Edmond’s first year of university, they considered the challenges this year may present. Edmond has a demanding schedule and was equipped with the learning materials he would need for his first semester. Though prepared, Edmond faced one last hurdle. The school was almost an hour away…
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Laptops have arrived!
Hey everyone! I’m writing with some very exciting news! All 6 teachers and the school director now have laptops! Seven laptops, 3 TV wall mounts, 10 adapters for US to Burkina Faso outlet conversions, and 3 USB cables were shipped with the intention of truly modernizing the classrooms. Once we figure out how to get…
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Teachers’ housing is complete!
The keys were handed over to the six teachers and the school director who moved to Konkourona for the new school year. When classes resumed, the teachers moved into their homes in these four new and three renovated buildings. The new homes have solar panels for electricity and are large enough to accommodate the teachers’…