“We remind each other why we started.”

Across Kawempe, exam season has arrived — and the energy is contagious.

In classrooms, libraries and dorms, girls huddle together in small study circles. They share notes. Quiz each other. Whisper formulas and quiet words of encouragement.

And when one starts to flag, another leans over and says:

“We remind each other why we started” says Tracy, a Senior 4 candidate who dreams of becoming a doctor.
“We talk about our goals and what we want for our lives. That gives me the strength to keep studying.”

They’re revising side by side — pushing through long days and late nights with determination and hope.

“We’ve become sisters, mentors and friends” adds Aminah, who’s preparing for her final exams.
“When one of us feels tired, another reminds her what she’s working for.”

Many girls have grown up through the programmes we run with our sister organisation, Tusitukirewamu — finding friendship, guidance and a sense of belonging along the way.
They’ve learn to support one another — building confidence, resilience and leadership that last far beyond the classroom.

This year, twenty girls from our programme are sitting their Senior 4 and Senior 6 exams (the equivalent of GCSEs and A-Levels) — a huge milestone made possible by their determination, their sisterhood and the support of people like you.

“After missing years of school because of lockdown and everything that happened, I can say I’ve had the best education and support,” shares Sandra, now 20.
“I’ve caught up, I’m confident again — and I’m ready for whatever comes next.”

Their success is about much more than how well they do in their exams.
It’s about young women who believe in themselves and each other — and a community that refuses to give up on their potential.

💛 Join us in wishing them well as they take this big step.
Their hard work and courage remind us what’s possible when girls are supported to learn in safety.

Please leave a message of encouragement using the form below — hit ‘send’ and we’ll share your good wishes with the girls as they sit their exams.