In many parts of Mwanza, the cost of education goes beyond school fees. For girls, the lack of basic supplies—like socks, books, or sanitary pads—can lead to heartbreaking choices. One grandmother shared: “My
In some communities, poverty doesn’t just limit opportunity—it exposes girls to harm. One young mother shared her experience: “I entered a relationship because of poverty at home and pressure from friends. I needed
In Buhunda village, hunger doesn’t just affect health—it disrupts education and exposes girls to risk. One grandmother shared a troubling reality: “Many girls drop out of school because of early pregnancies. One reason
For many young mothers, the pain doesn’t end with dropping out of school—it deepens through rejection and emotional abuse. One young woman shared her experience: “After I got pregnant and left school, people
For many girls, pregnancy doesn’t just end their education—it begins a painful chapter of rejection and shame. One young mother shared her experience: “After I got pregnant, my schoolmates mocked me and used
In Buhunda village, many families struggle to meet the basic needs of their children. With large households and limited income, girls often face the harshest consequences. One elder shared his concern: “Girls drop
In Buhunda village, early pregnancies among girls are often rooted in deeper systemic issues—poverty, lack of parental involvement, and unchecked exposure to digital content. Two community elders shared their concerns: “Girls get pregnant
In Buhunda village, early pregnancies continue to disrupt girls’ education—especially at the secondary level. A school leader shared the challenges faced by Ilujamate Secondary School: “Early pregnancies have caused many girls to drop
In Buhunda village, the cost of missing basic school supplies can be devastating. One caregiver shared the painful story of her granddaughter: “She dropped out in Form Two. She didn’t have socks, exercise
