Long school building in grassy field

Twegashe Turns Two – A Picture Story

This presentation for an April 15 online gathering of CORE Tanzania friends and supporters showcases the latest developments at Twegashe School.
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Solar Power at Twegashe School

Twegashe School now has solar-powered electricity through a grant from US Rotary District 5030. The solar power system was installed last month by the Tanzanian company Photons Energy. Thank you to the Rotarians of District 5030!
children sitting on floor looking at teacher with story book

A First-Grader’s Day at School

Wondering what the school day is like for Twegashe's first-graders? Find out here. Read about how they get to school, the daily routine they follow at school, mealtimes, and some of their favorite activities.
smiling students and teachers in front of school corridor

We’ve Moved In!

There's been lots of progress lately at Twegashe School. The classrooms have been painted, two teacher houses are nearly finished, and the microflush biofil composting toilets are working well. The kindergartners are very happy to be in their new home!
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A Virtual Photo Tour of Twegashe School

Phase I construction of Twegashe Primary School is almost complete. Take this virtual "photo tour" to get an idea of what the school looks like and how it feels (minus the heat!) to walk around the school grounds.
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Life in the Village

Learn about life in the village from the perspective of a typical third grader as she describes her daily routine.
children on benches looking at books

Back in School after COVID-19 Closure

Schools in Tanzania, including Twegashe, have re-opened. But there are still a lot of uncertainties about the coronavirus situation around the country. We're being cautious to help keep our kids and the community safe.
group of young Tanzanian children smiling and waving

COVID-19 News from Bushasha

CORE Tanzania's board president writes from Bushasha with an update on the coronavirus situation in Tanzanian, its effect on life in the village, and its impact on our Twegashe School Program.
children lined up with teacher in front

Let’s Go to School!

Twegashe School is now open at a temporary location in the village church. With the help of our cook, parent volunteers, and two loving and enthusiastic teachers, the start of school has been very successful. The children are having fun, and learning a lot at the same time.
Man looking out window of partially constructed school building

The Fruit is Almost Ripe

A Tanzanian proverb says, "The one who is patient eats ripe fruit." We're learning that establishing a new school in rural Tanzania presents many challenges and requires a lot of patience. But we are making good progress and soon we will be eating ripe fruit together with the people of Bushasha Village.