The UK’s Sunday Telegraph writes about how an innocent hug from Watoto’s 10-year old Lydia Amito, brought a smile to the Queen’s face during a private reception.

Today (13 May) is the final day of the week-long Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant at the Windsor Castle grounds (…)

Watoto performed at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant last night (9th May 2012). The children were honoured and excited to be part of the celebrations at this historical event at Windsor Castle, in honour of Queen Elizabeth’s 60 years of reign (June 2012). (…)

Laminadera village was one of the most devastated and feared areas of Gulu, northern Uganda. Many people believed it to be cursed, even going as far as to say that no one could ever accomplish anything good on that land as a result.
This area, about 20 miles east of Gulu town was one of the LRA’s (…)

After spending a few minutes with her, you can’t help but want to know more about her. Her loving spirit and contagious smile could melt any heart.
Beatrice Lakot, is a nanny at Baby Watoto Gulu, where Watoto is rescuing orphaned and abandoned babies in northern Uganda. (…)

Published in Baby Watoto Newsletter, March 2012
We recently had a group of six babies come to Baby Watoto from Gulu prison. The babies were living there with their mothers, who are serving prison sentences.
Mothers in prison may serve long sentences, without adequate care provided for their babies. (…)

Published in Baby Watoto Newsletter, March 2012
At just 16 years-old, Nancy, an orphan from northern Uganda was pregnant.
In Gulu, Nancy labored for several days, finally delivering her tiny baby girl alone on the floor of the room she was staying in. (…)

Published in Baby Watoto Newsletter, March 2012
With new units opened at Baby Watoto Gulu and Suubi, we now have capacity to care for up to 250 babies at any time. Currently we have a total of 236 babies; with 114 in Suubi, 80 in Gulu, and 42 in Kampala. This total includes 14 sets of twins. (…)

Published in Baby Watoto Newsletter, March 2012
There are currently 14 sets of twins at Baby Watoto.
Jacob and Isaac are identical twin boys living in Baby Watoto Gulu. They arrived shortly after their mother died, weighing only 2.07kg (4.55lbs) and 1.89kg (4.16lbs) at one month old. (…)

Published in Baby Watoto Newsletter, March 2012
In January 2012, Baby Watoto turned 5!
To celebrate, we gathered together as many babies and Baby Watoto graduates as we could for a party and group photo. Despite the challenges of trying to photograph about 400 babies and toddlers, it was a great day. (…)

By Watoto Australia
Gloria (9 years old) started ‘Gloria’s Wish’ on her 8th birthday when she requested donations rather than birthday gifts so that she could support a Watoto child who was the same age as herself. As a result, Gloria was able to sponsor Abia for 12 months. (…)

The Watoto Children’s Choir is honoured to represent Uganda at the historical Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant at Windsor Castle from 10th – 13th May 2012.

The Diamond Jubilee Pageant is a four-day event, part of the various activities set to celebrate 60 years of Queen Elizabeth’s reign (June (…)

With new units opened at Baby Watoto Gulu and Suubi, we now have capacity to care for up to 250 babies at any time. Currently we have a total of 236 babies; with 114 in Suubi, 80 in Gulu, and 42 in Kampala. This total includes 14 sets of twins. (…)

We are always thrilled to share incredible success stories of the children at Watoto. Today, we pay homage to two 4-year-olds, Simon and Junior from Watoto’s Bbira Children’s Village.
Simon and Junior were among the first babies to be welcomed into Baby Watoto when the programme launched in 2007. (…)

In the eyes of 7 million Hong Kong citizens, medical doctor Joseph Sung is a hero who led their country in battle against the wide-spreading SARS disease that threatened many lives back in 2003.
Professor Joseph Sung, now President of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (one of the top 10 Asian (…)

In our ‘A Day in the Life’ series, we are excited to introduce Ms. Night Okalebo, a warm and charming nanny at Baby Watoto, Kampala.

The 37-year-old is a single mother of four and lives in Mulago Suburb, about a 45-minute walk from the babies’ home. (…)

A dolly elephant with a fairly pink trunk sits on the table at momma Suzan Bagaya’s house in Watoto’s Suubi Children’s Village. The interior walls are covered with pictures of her and her sponsors, and those of her children with their sponsors. (…)

Between January and April 2011, we were thrilled to welcome 59 babies into the Watoto family through our Baby Watoto programme. By the end of April, 144 babies were being cared for at our three facilities in Kampala, Suubi and Gulu.

And lately, new babies are coming in at an increasing rate, with (…)

In celebration of Mothers’ Day this weekend, the children at Watoto are super excited to share their gratitude with all the women who have impacted their lives. A special Mothers’ Day video and photos all displaying the children’s love and appreciation to the women in their (…)

In the lead up to Mother’s Day, Watoto children and moms express their gratitude and joy for their lives.
When asked what Mothers’ Day means to her, Jovia Kabahuma, a student of Fashion and Design at the Vocational School in Watoto’s Suubi Children’s Village says, “It (…)

Welcome Home
After a month’s orientation at Watoto’s Buloba village, 70 beautiful children with their 7 new mothers sang at the top of their voices and excitedly talked about how they were going to be welcomed into their new homes. (…)

It’s a sweltering hot Saturday morning at Watoto’s Suubi Children’s Village, but that doesn’t seem to be the concern of any of the residents in the village. There’s a wave of excitement on the children’s beaming faces as they, together with their mothers go about their morning (…)

Dear Watoto Friend,
In light of the devastating earthquake and tsunami affecting Japan, Watoto Ministries would like to send you our deepest condolences.
Our heartfelt sympathies go out to all the families and friends of the victims in north-east Japan who are suffering from this disaster. (…)

After spending a few minutes in her living room, you can’t help but wish you lived in her home. Momma Esther Nalubowa, 54, has a contagious smile and liveliness that just melts any heart. Little wonder that her children can’t wait to get back home at the end of a long day at school. (…)

We are sorry to announce the Cancellation of the RESTORE TOUR Asia which was supposed to come in April 2011. The presentation brought about strong impact in North America and England. The message of “Forgiveness” was powerfully touching thousands of people. (…)

2011 is here and with it, new hopes and expectations for many here at Watoto. We are grateful for finishing yet another phenomenal year but more excited to start a new one. Our children and Watoto moms share with us their hopes and dreams for 2011. (…)

Ivan is a gem. One of those rare people in life who is well rounded, talented, smart and humble. His attitude to life is ‘easy-breezy’ and his love for God is so evident.

An average day for Ivan starts at 6am, when the alarm goes off beside his bed. (…)

Watoto’s youngest students in Nursery, Kindergarten, Prep A and B classes last Friday (19th November) celebrated the end of the school year with a Graduation and Christmas Party. Coordinated by Teacher Evelyn Namboozo, the standard multipurpose hall was transformed into a wonderland of Christmas (…)

Former child soldiers from Uganda have met with Minister for International Development, Stephen O’Brien, during their visit to the UK. The children, who are supported by the relief charity, Watoto, thanked the MP for the UK’s continued involvement and interest in redeveloping Uganda. (…)

Watoto Children’s Choir #43, the first ever Asia-only tour has returned after three and half months travelling in Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong and Taiwan. The choir was welcomed back home with a colourful luncheon at Watoto Church – the home of Watoto – where the children were presented with (…)

When one first comes into contact with Dennis and Kenneth it’s easy to feel like you just got caught up in a whirlwind. Their vivacious energy, unmistakable youth and zest for life is contagious. Speaking a thousand words per minute Dennis, 14 and Kenneth, 12 have been the very best of friends for (…)

Yesterday afternoon Senior 4 and Senior 6 Watoto students from both Bbira and Suubi High Schools were dedicated in an annual ceremony to celebrate their scholarly achievements thus far and commit their upcoming examinations in prayer.
Launched with explosive praise and worship, the outdoor venue was (…)

For the past month our Living Hope ladies in Gulu have been part of an initiative headed by Dr. Moses Mugaazi to cut down the number of schoolgirl dropouts by providing affordable sanitary pads, called Makapads. These are made mainly of papyrus reeds and almost entirely of local materials. (…)