Update on the aftermath of Cyclone Freddy

 Andrews sent me a message that after a horrible experience with Cyclone Freddy, which hit hardest in Malawi and Mozambique (over 200 died in Malawi), the crops at the schools have been largely unaffected and flooding has not hampered their growth and expected harvest times or quantities. We hope the harvests will provide more than enough food for the schools for the upcoming school year, so kids have the nourishment necessary for maximal learning and growing. 

A NY Times article about farmers in Malawi finding creative ways to maintain crops

 It is wonderful to see a major western newspaper and organization like the NY Times recognize the challenges in Malawi and other Sub-Saharan countries when it comes to growing and maintaining crops. This is the entire purpose of this project, where we try to help schools become self-sustaining and independent growers of the food the children have for entire school years. This is vital in keeping kids in schools, maintaining their health, and allowing them to learn and grow to become the future leaders of the nation.