True Stories

Meet Martin Ekwangu, a resilient 72 year-old man who has faced the burdens of poverty throughout his life. Despite being married and having children, Martin's family has been deeply affected by economic hardship, leaving him unable to provide his children with an education. Now, as each of his children struggles to support their own families, they find themselves unable to offer substantial assistance to their aging father. Recently, Martin's dental issues have compounded his pain and suffering, as he lacks the means to seek treatment. Additionally, a year-long untreated fracture has left him limping and enduring constant discomfort. Martin's daily existence is marked by unrelenting pain, meager meals, and a resolute acceptance of his circumstances. Martin's life has been marked…

Meet Jennifer Aseku, a resilient 61-year-old widow facing numerous challenges in her life. With dependents relying on her, her current health condition has limited her ability to provide the support she wishes she could to the children of her late daughters. Despite efforts to find a cure, her condition remains incurable, leaving her trapped in a cycle of poverty and limited access to proper medical attention. Jennifer's plea for help is a desperate cry for assistance, as she looks towards a brighter future and hopes that her story will reach someone who can extend a helping hand. Jennifer's life took a tragic turn after she swallowed medication meant for elephantiasis. This unintended ingestion triggered severe swelling and the peeling of…

In place of the blush of youth, her slack and wrinkled cheeks now bore the sunburn of age. The sharp curves of her body, once arched like a perfectly drawn pencil, had become blunted. One could see that the years had been harsh on her. Her dulled eyes held a tepid gaze, as if nothing was new anymore. She seemed aware that life had ceased to give, only taking away. The feeling overwhelmed us. When she spoke, her voice was broken, yet it carried a certain tune, reminiscent of an old melody played on an off-tune harp. With pauses and varied pacing, she recounted tales of her younger years, of early dreams, places, and people who had come and gone.…