Mama Joy
Family of HagariInzozi AcademyStudent Story

A Mother’s Prayer, A Child’s Promise

Harriette—also known as Mama Joy—once carried a heavy worry that no parent should bear.

With her daughter Christa reaching school age, she longed to give her a strong, quality education, yet she struggled even to afford one meal a day. The dream of enrolling her child in a good school felt far beyond reach. She prayed for a way, wishing she could offer her daughter opportunities she never had herself.

Everything changed the day she learned that Christa had been given the chance to study at Hagari. Though she was unfamiliar with the school at first, Mama Joy quickly began to notice meaningful changes. Her daughter came home speaking new English words, showing a newfound confidence, and embracing learning with joy. The weight on Mama Joy’s heart lifted—replaced by peace and the reassurance that her child was finally receiving the education she dreamed of providing.

Today, Mama Joy works hard to meet her family’s other needs, knowing Christa is learning in a safe, supportive, and high-quality environment. She expresses deep gratitude for Hagari and its leadership, praying for God’s continued blessings on all who have restored hope to her family and reminded her that she is not alone.

And Christa truly is thriving.

Since the beginning of the term at Inzozi Academy, she has shown remarkable growth in every area. Her social confidence has flourished—she interacts warmly and positively with her classmates. Her English communication skills have strengthened, and she now expresses herself clearly both with peers and teachers. Christa’s creativity has blossomed through her love for drawing and storytelling, where she retells stories in her own imaginative way. She grasps new concepts with increasing ease, approaching each lesson with curiosity and joy.

Her cheerful spirit, kindness, and eagerness to help others make her a delight in the classroom. When asked about her dreams, Christa answers with conviction: She wants to become a teacher—so she can help children learn and grow, just as her teachers have helped her.

As Christa continues her beautiful journey of learning, confidence, and creativity, we invite you to keep her—and all our learners—in your prayers. May they continue to shine brightly, growing in wisdom and walking in love as they pursue their God-given dreams.

Isimbi
Family of HagariInzozi AcademyStudent Story

A Brighter Path for Isimbi

Agnes,mother of young Isimbi, remembers a time when her family stood at a difficult crossroads.

With limited resources and growing needs at home, she feared she would never be able to give her daughter the quality education she deserved. When Hagari Rwanda stepped in, offering Isimbi the opportunity to attend a good school, it lifted a heavy burden off her family. Agnes speaks with deep gratitude about how this support arrived at exactly the right moment.

With the sponsorship easing the cost of education, the family could redirect their limited resources toward supporting Isimbi’s younger sibling, bringing renewed stability and peace of mind into their home. For Agnes, the change has been deeply encouraging—an answer to prayer and a reminder that her family is not alone on this journey.

And from her very first days in the classroom, little Isimbi began to shine.

Her teachers immediately noticed her enthusiasm and natural love for learning. Within just a few days, she had already mastered basic greetings and polite English expressions. She confidently introduces herself—sharing her name, her school, and even her class with pride.

Isimbi’s curiosity is contagious. She delights in identifying colors in English, asks thoughtful questions, and models excellent behavior for her classmates. Her confidence and positive attitude have made her a quiet leader among her peers, uplifting the entire classroom environment.

Her rapid growth is a beautiful testimony to what can happen when a child is given the chance to learn in a supportive, nurturing environment.

As this family continues moving toward a brighter future, we invite you to keep them in your prayers. May God strengthen them, provide for their needs, and bless Isimbi as she continues to grow in confidence, knowledge, and joy.

Thank you for your unwavering support—your partnership is shaping the future of children like Isimbi every single day.