Update 51 – Water Tank Installed and Library Nearly Ready!

March 13, 2026. Another step forward for the project!

Earlier this week, the 10,000-liter water tank was installed, providing an important supply of rainwater for the school. The carpenters have also completed their work on the library.

The project has attracted great interest, and we are constantly met by positive and enthusiastic teachers and students. It is inspiring to see the support from the whole school community!

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Thank you all for being part of making this possible!

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Update 50 – From Plans to Reality!

March 5, 2026. We have recently been working intensively behind the scenes on the next stage of the project at Prisons Primary School in Nakuru.

Last week we compared prices for building materials and negotiated with craftsmen, where our colleague Josephine was a great help in keeping the costs down. Construction of bookshelves, tables, and benches for the library has now begun, and a foundation for a 10,000-liter water tank has also been built.

Thanks to your support, both the library and the water tank will soon become a reality and make a big difference for the students.

You can find more pictures on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1096894992252875

Thank you all for being part of making this possible!

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Update 49 – Back in Nakuru!

February 13, 2026. We’ve just visited the school and had the pleasure of meeting the new principal, as well as the teacher who will be responsible for the school library that our project is proud to help finance. We also had our first meeting with the carpenter who will be building the bookshelves.

We also took a look at the room where the library will be located. There’s still quite a lot that needs to be done before the library can open — but every journey starts with a first step.

It was truly wonderful to be back at the school, welcomed by so many smiling students. The new principal made a very serious and dedicated impression, and we feel confident that our cooperation will continue to be just as strong and successful as before.

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Thank you all for being part of making this possible!

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Update 48 – Annual Financial Report 2025

January 24, 2026. The report presents an overview of the organization’s annual financial performance. It covers the period from November 1, 2024, to December 31, 2025, and provides a comprehensive summary of key financial results, developments, and significant events that have influenced the financial position during the period. You will find it here.

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Update 47 – Field Work in Kenya February–March

January 19, 2026. During February and March, half of JODA’s board will be in Kenya to continue our important work on site. We are truly looking forward to returning to Prisons Primary School and resuming the practical work — and not least to meeting the students again after their long holiday.

Thanks to your generous donations, we are now able to take several important steps forward. During this period, we will focus on establishing a school library, which will give students better access to books and strengthen their opportunities for learning and development. At the same time, we will continue our ongoing support by covering daily school lunches for 32 students, helping to ensure that they can attend school with the energy and focus needed to learn.

We will also purchase and install a water tank for the school. By collecting rainwater, the school will be able to reduce its water costs while creating a more sustainable solution for the future.

We are incredibly grateful for all your engagement and support — it is thanks to you that this work is possible. Of course, we will keep you regularly updated on our progress, both via Instagram, Update and in our Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1096894992252875

If you have any questions or would like to get in touch with us, you are very welcome to contact us via WhatsApp (phone number +46 705 18 18 07).

Together we are making a difference — thank you for being part of this journey! 💛

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Update 46 – Preparing for New Activities in 2026

December 19, 2025. During December, the students are still on holiday, so there is currently no activity at the school. However, we have begun planning for the coming year. Read more here.

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Update 45 – Donation from Helsingborgslogen of W6 to JODA School Project

December 8, 2025. We are happy to share that the JODA School Project has received a generous donation of 10,000 SEK from Helsingborgslogen of W6. This support helps us continue our work to give children good education and create more learning opportunities.

We are very grateful for their kindness and for believing in our mission. Their contribution makes a real difference for the students and families we support.

Thank you for helping us build a brighter future.

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Update 44 – Summary of the Board Meeting (November 23, 2025)

November 24, 2025. The board reviewed the organization’s finances, which are stable, and discussed several development initiatives for the school in Nakuru. Three important decisions were made:

• A school library will be set up at Prisons Primary School. Josephine and Dag were given full responsibility for organizing the library, buying books, and creating a lending system together with the teachers.
• A 10,000-liter water tank will be purchased and installed to collect rainwater, with Josephine and Dag in charge of procurement and installation.
• New school uniforms will be bought for the 11 pupils who were added to the lunch program in October, as well as 1 pupil who was previously missed.

The project continues to grow: 32 pupils now receive school lunches, 21 have received new uniforms, teachers from Sweden and Kenya have begun working together, and a donation of SEK 10,000 is expected. Sweden and Kenya have begun collaborating, and an upcoming SEK 10,000 donation is expected.

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Update 43 – Turning Pages, Opening Minds – Our Next Step for the School

November 18, 2025. While the students enjoy their well-deserved holiday, our board is continuing to explore new ways to support the school and its pupils. One idea we are planning for the next year and excited about is starting a school library with novels in both Swahili and English to encourage and strengthen their reading skills. We will discuss this on our next board meeting.

We will probably start a fundraiser to finance this project.

We look forward to sharing more about this initiative with you soon.

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Update 43 – See How Your Support Touched Our Students’ Hearts

November 12, 2025. After receiving their new uniforms and joining the lunch program, the students sent us heartfelt thank-you letters.

Read more of their lovely letters here.

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Update 41 – JODA School Project Presented at Meeting in Eskilstuna

November 4, 2025. In mid-October, Dag took part in another gathering, this time in Eskilstuna, where he spoke about the JODA School Project in Kenya. The aim was to inspire engagement and exchange experiences related to the ongoing work. This feels important, as the project keeps growing and new ideas are emerging about how to support the students at the school in Nakuru—not only through school lunches but also in other meaningful ways. The meeting brought renewed energy and hope for the future, along with deep gratitude for everyone who showed interest and wanted to contribute.

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Update 40 – 150 donations!

October 30, 2025. We’ve just reached 150 donations since we started raising funds at the end of last year ! A huge thank-you to everyone who contributed. Your generosity fuels our mission and truly changes the lives of the pupils we support. Together, we’re transforming compassion into action!

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Update 39 – Holiday Break and Plans for 2026!

October 15, 2025. This month the students at Prisons Primary School are starting their long holiday, and the school will reopen on January 5, 2026.

We have just received the school calendar from the headteacher, covering the number of school days from January through April 2026. This means that our project to provide school lunches for all 32 sponsored students will continue with the same high commitment next year.

Thank you for being a vital part of the JODA School Project and for helping us make a real difference in the lives of these children.

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Update 38 – Sharing the JODA Project’s Vision!

October 3, 2025. The JODA Project continues to share information about its activities. Today, it was the Helsingborg lodge of W6 that learned more about what the project represents and our plans for the future. Together with wonderful friends, we also enjoyed breakfast — truly a great start to the day!

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Update 37 – JODA Project is Growing – Thanks to You!

September 24, 2025. We have amazing news! Thanks to your generous support, we can now provide 11 more students with a nutritious lunch at school every day. This means we are now supporting 32 students – every single day, all term long.

When I recently spoke with the head teacher (principal), she shared how deeply grateful the students, parents, and teachers are. They see how the children have more energy, learn better, and come to school with brighter smiles.

This is proof that your contribution truly makes a difference.
Thank you for helping change the future for these children!

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Update 36 – New School Uniforms!

September 15, 2025. Our 21 students at Prisons Primary School, who receive free school lunches every day through our program, have just been given an amazing gift – brand new school uniforms!

These children come from very poor families, and for them, this means so much more than just clothes. Having new, clean uniforms gives them pride, boosts their confidence, and allows them to focus even more on their studies. It is an important step toward giving them better opportunities to achieve good school results and build a brighter future.

Thank you to all of you who contribute!
Your support makes it possible for JODA School Project to continue giving hope, security, and even more help to these wonderful students.

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Update 35 – 100 donations!

August 29, 2025. We just hit 100 donations! Thank you to everyone who donated. Your support keeps our work going and makes a real difference for the pupils we help. Together, we turn care into action!

Update 34 – Summary of Board Meeting August 17.

August 19, 2025.

Decision: Support 10 additional students with school lunches.

Uniforms: Ordered; tailors measured students. Deposit KES 25,000 paid. Delivery expected in the end of August.

Marketing: PowerPoint about the project created. Facebook account launched to complement the website and emails. Article about the project published in the online magazine Klassperspektiv. We will be looking for partners for fundraising events.

Stickers/Logo: Tomas assessing magnetic car decals. Glenn to source the lowest-cost option and propose the sticker text.

Vehicle sponsorship: Applications sent to five organizations a month ago — awaiting responses.

Finance (Nov 2024–Jul 2025): 12 monthly donors (≈ SEK 2,326/month); 6 one-time donors. Totals: monthly donations SEK 18,842, one-time SEK 3,820; expenses SEK 14,759 (project SEK 6,926); bank balance SEK 7,903.

Website traffic: Upward trend — 138 visits in July.

School collaboration: Swedish teacher Mikael Fransson wants to initiate student collaboration with Prisons Primary School; Josephine will deliver his letter to head teacher Mrs. Annah Anyona.

Update 33 – Financial Report

August 1, 2025. We have just presented our latest economic report, and you can find it here: https://jodaproject.org/economy/

Update 32 – Great News!

July 29, 2025. JODA School Project in Kenya now has a Facebook page.
We’ll be sharing updates, photos, and news about the project there.
Feel free to follow us and stay connected!

Here is the link: JODA School Project in Kenya | Facebook

Update 31 – More Than a Meal: New School Uniforms on the Way

July 16, 2025. Beyond school lunches, we provide new uniforms to boost pride and belonging. On July 16th, 2025, a local tailor took measurements to ensure a perfect fit for every child.

Read more here: https://jodaproject.org/projects/#tailor

Update 30 – Summary of Appreciation Letter from Prisons Primary School

July 13, 2025. We have received a heartfelt letter of appreciation from the headteacher of Prisons Primary School, Mrs Ann Anyona. The school thanks us for our support of their lunch program for underprivileged learners. According to the letter, the meals have significantly improved student attendance and academic performance. The children and their parents are deeply grateful. The school kindly requests an extension of the program to reach more learners.

Update 29 – JODA School Project in three minutes

Update 28 – Summary of Board Meeting June 16.

June 16, 2025. The board met virtually with Josephine Ondieki, Dag Berggren, Tomas Wangui Lignell, and Glenn Hanzen present. Dag was appointed chairman and Josephine secretary. Tomas and Glenn will support marketing efforts.

Key Action Points:

School Update: Josephine reported positive student development and gratitude. However, some students have worn-out clothes and shoes, impacting their self-esteem.

Support Beyond Lunches: Josephine will gather information on which students need new or partial school uniforms. Cost estimates will be presented at the next meeting.

Stickers & Logo: Glenn will investigate cost-effective sticker options and suggest a suitable text. The logo type was not discussed.

Communication Channels: The board decided not to prioritize LinkedIn but to continue focusing on spreading awareness via business cards, the website, Messenger, email, PowerPoint, and word of mouth. Dag will set up Instagram and Facebook accounts; all members will contribute content.

Website Traffic: To increase the web site visits, we will personally invite friends to check specific updates on the website.

Update 27 – Economic Report

June 5, 2025. We have just presented our latest economic report, and you can find it here: https://jodaproject.org/economy/

Update 26 – Report from the Annual General Meeting

On May 25, we held our Annual General Meeting to review the activities of 2024.
In addition to standard meeting procedures, a report was given from recent school visits.

The overall impression was that the students are doing well, are grateful, and have improved in their academic performance. The principal expressed a wish for additional financial support for more students and other related needs.

Some of the students we support are in need of new school uniforms or replacement of worn-out items. It was decided that this matter will be discussed further with the school principal and a decision will be made at the next board meeting.

We also discussed ways to increase the number of donors. One suggestion was to reach out to our friends and relatives.
It was also proposed that a PowerPoint presentation about the project be created to facilitate communication and outreach.

Dag Berggren was elected Chairperson. Other board members elected were Glenn Hansén, Josephine Ondieki, and Tomas Wangui. Bengt Högberg was elected as Auditor.

If you would like to receive the full minutes of the meeting, feel free to contact us at: contact@jodaproject.org

Update 25 – Students have written to us

Students at Prisons Primary School have written to us and expressed their gratitude. Read more under “Ongoing Projects” – https://jodaproject.org/projects

Update 24 – Economic Report

May 1, 2025. We have just presented our latest economic report, and you can find it here: https://jodaproject.org/economy/

Update 23 – Progress report

April 11, 2025. After three months in Nakuru, it is now time for Dag to return home. The project is up and running, and Josephine remains on site, maintaining regular contact with the school.

We have an agreement with the school until October, but the plan is to continue supporting the students at Prisons Primary School so they can keep receiving their daily school lunch.

A big thank you to all of you who donate money. Your contribution means a great deal, and as donations increase, we are also considering supporting the school with other essential needs.

In May, we will hold our annual meeting, and everyone who has donated money will be invited to join — it will take place online.

Update 22 – Economic Report

April 1, 2025. We have just presented our latest economic report, and you can find it here: https://jodaproject.org/economy/

Update 21 – Our students having lunch

March 25, 2025. The head teacher has sent a picture of the students who, through the project, now receive school lunch daily.

Update 20 – The School Feeding Programme at Prisons Primary School

March 4, 2025. More detailed information about the project at Prisons Primary School can be find here under Ongoing Projects: https://jodaproject.org/projects/

Update 19 – Economic Report

March 1, 2025. We have just presented our latest economic report, and you can find it here: https://jodaproject.org/economy/

Update 18 – School Feeding Programme has started

February 26, 2025. We have now started a School Feeding Programme at Prisons Primary School. The school is located in the northwestern part of Nakuru in Kenya. After speaking with the head teacher (principal), we received a list of 21 students whose parents cannot afford to pay for their school lunches. The cost of the project for these students is on average 1600 SEK per month. If you have reacted to the school’s name, it is because there is a prison near the school.

More detailed information about the project as well as the school will soon be available.

Update 17 – Visit to Prisons Primary School

Februari 14, 2025. We have now visited Prisons Primary School here in Nakuru and met with the head teacher (principal), Mrs Ann Anyona. There are many children here whose parents cannot afford to pay for school lunch.

During the coming week, we will decide whether our next project will be carried out at this school.

Update 16 – Economic Report

Februari 2, 2025. We have just presented our latest economic report, and you can find it here: https://jodaproject.org/economy/

Update 15 – On site in Kenya

January 20, 2025. On site in Nakuru we will now spend a few weeks organizing the office and developing criteria for picking the target school.
The weather is absolutely excellent, sunny, 29 degrees and moderate winds.

Update 14 – We need to strengthen our financial resources

January 5, 2025. The JODA project has gotten off to a great start, and more donors are joining all the time. However, we need more funds to begin the practical work. While we wait for more donors, we have contacted several Swedish foundations that support projects in countries like Kenya, especially those helping children and schools. We are hopeful about getting their support.

Update 13 – The association is officially registered

December 18, 2024. Today, we finally received our organization number from the Swedish Tax Agency. This means that the association is officially registered, and our donors can feel confident that we also comply with the rules set by the Tax Agency regarding taxes and fees for associations.

Update 12 – We are Live!

December 2024. After three weeks of hard work, our website is finally up and running!

We’re proud to have built the site entirely ourselves, which means we’ve avoided extra costs and stayed true to our goal of keeping administrative expenses as low as possible.

Exciting news: we’ve already received our first donations!

We’d be so grateful if you could share our website – jodaproject.org – with your friends and network.

Thank you for your support!

Update 11 – Nakuru

November 2024. Nakuru is the capital of Nakuru County, located in Kenya’s Rift Valley Province. As of 2009, the city had a population of approximately 286,411 residents. Situated at an elevation of 1,850 meters above sea level, Nakuru lies within the Great Rift Valley’s scenic landscape. Nearby is Lake Nakuru, famous for its wildlife and the renowned Lake Nakuru National Park, a major tourist attraction.

Nakuru serves as our base of operations, and it is from here that we will coordinate and run most of our projects.

Update 10 – The Office in Nakuru

November 2024. This is the house in Nakuru where our office is located.

Update 9 – It Really Makes a Difference To Help Others

October 2024. The Headteacher of Nagis primary school called to thank us for the difference we have made for the children. She mentioned that the children are motivated by having uniforms and have not missed a single day of school. They are now more confident and happy to be in class and play with other children. She was so pleased that she felt compelled to call and share her gratitude.

Update 8 – AI-Generated Logotype

October 2024. Shared the details of JODA project with ChatGPT and requested a logo design. Turned out to be quite an impressive result, if I may say so!

Update 7 – First Board Meeting

October 2024. The association had its first board meeting where, among other things, the bylaws were established. Appointed Tomas Wangui Lindell, Josephine Ondieki and Dag Berggren as board members.

Update 6 – Why Starting a Project in Kenya?

October 2024. Josephine highlights the importance of supporting children in Kenya to ensure they have access to quality education.

Update 5 – Pride and Happiness in Turkana

October 2024. Some of the children who received their first school uniforms.

Update 4 – The Children With Their School Uniforms

October 2024.The children have received their uniforms, and the principal, shown in the left picture, shared these photos and expressed deep gratitude. Receiving school uniforms is a significant moment, and in the right picture, the parents/guardians wanted to be part of this special occasion as well.

Update 3 – School Uniforms Delivered

October 2024. Just over a week later, the school uniforms were completed and delivered. A local tailor from Turkana, shown on the left in the picture, made the uniforms. On the right is the principal of the school attended by the children.

Update 2 – Supporting Children in Turkana

September 2024. These children go to school up in the Turkana region of northwestern Kenya. Most of the people who live here are very poor and many of these very children are orphans. Of course, it will then be difficult to finance, for example, school uniforms, which is seen as very important in Kenya. We decided to donate money so that some of them could get school uniforms and feel like the other children at school.

Update 1 – Starting a Project

August 2024. Here we have just started talking about a project in Kenya. Josehine, with experience in the Kenyan school system, knew that there was a great need to create conditions for children to come to school. One way would be to organize school lunches.