Rafiki Foundation

2013 Newsletter out now!

Zanzibar — Wed, 01 May 2013 03:15:54 +0000

Yes folks, Rafiki’s newsletter for 2013 is out now! It includes reflections from Jon (Director) who went out earlier this year to visit all Rafiki students in Kenya. Read more here now!

Another word of thanks from Kenya….your support is really making a difference!

Zanzibar — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:10:20 +0000

Recently we received a letter from one of Rafiki’s students in Kenya, shortly after Jon had been out there visiting all the students earlier. This letter continues to confirm that the work Rafiki is doing really is having an impact not only on individuals but families and communities too, amazing! Please keep supporting this work and tell others! Nicholas story

Paying it forward: Edward’s story

Zanzibar — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:53:25 +0000

Our Director, Jon Uglow has recently returned from meeting all the Rafiki students in Kenya, old and current ones. Jon has many inspiring stories to tell….more information to follow soon! A few days ago, Jon received an email from Edward Kichoi about the difference Rafiki is making in his life….amazing! We wanted to share a little of his words with you all, so please read on! (Edward is currently a 4th Year at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) doing a Bachelors in Commerce, Marketing Option)

“I am very excited to inform you this-remember during the meeting, I said that, later in life I would love to do what Rafiki Thabo foundation has done for me, such assist other needy people, or simply inspire other peoples lives? Well, I already am. My dance group here at JKUAT has decided to voluntarily contribute towards paying for the exam fee amount, for a certain primary school kid, who enjoys watching us dance and helping us out. He is needy, and we decided to seize the opportunity to inspire his life, so that he will not miss his class 8 exams. I would love to thank you for inspiring me, and I hope other members of the group will keep up the spirit in their future lives.”

Ha Fusi Update

Zanzibar — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 08:22:25 +0000

Read Ha Fusi’s most recent newsletter here to find out more about their exciting developments: Christmas Newsletter 2012

Congratulations to all our December fundraisers….great work!

Zanzibar — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 09:39:37 +0000

December has been a busy month for friends of Rafiki who have been putting on/taking part in events to bring some more money for the charity. Every penny really does count! Thankyou to everyone who has given or been involved, … Continue reading →

Rafiki highlights: Newsletter out now for 2011/12

Zanzibar — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 11:47:28 +0000

It’s been a full and fulfilling year! Thank you all so much for your support and we hope you enjoy this brief round-up of our recent news… Newsletter 2011/12

Trustees to run as Santa’s, 9th December 2012!

Zanzibar — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 12:07:06 +0000

Yes folks, it has been confirmed that two of Rafiki’s trustees, Emma Taylor and Zanna Evans will be dusting off their Santa clothes and taking a short run around Greenwich Park! Please go to

www. virginmoneygiving.com/ZannaEvans where you can sponsor on line. Don’t forget to tick the box to reclaim Gift Aid on your donation if you’re a UK tax player. Virgin Money will pass this on in full to Rafiki, making your donation go even further!

Thanks for all your support

Join us on 9th December for a Santa Fun, Greenwich Park London!

Zanzibar — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:12:57 +0000

To all you keen runners, come and join me, Zanna Evans on a 5 or 10K run around Greenwich Park, London dressed up as Santa! It will be a sight not to missed. Contact Zanna via our website if you … Continue reading →

Rafiki is really making a difference in Kenya, Stephen’s inspiring story!

Zanzibar — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:06:28 +0000

Stephen Okumu is a third year student at Moi University, Kenya and is being supported by RTF. Recently he sent the Trustees his story about how Rafiki has made a difference in his life. Stephen is an inspiration to us and we were so moved to receive such a personal story, read now….Steve – DREAM ON

Dream On: Stephen Okumu….Third Year Student at Moi University Kenya, September 2012

Zanzibar — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:58:14 +0000

Stephen has recently sent the Trustees his moving and inspiring story about how Rafiki has made a difference in his life….. DREAM ON

Rafiki is really having an impact…..please continue to give generously……your contribution really does make a difference…wow!