To an audience of approximately 70 Club and Community members, Traralgon Rotary was fortunate to host UBUNTU Africa last night. We heard from Marsha and Abraham how important sponsoring a child is and, from the young people in the choir, how this incredible opportunity has created friendships across Africa – for this particular group Uganda and Kenya.  Some of the choir have graduated from University, are currently studying at University or will embark on study in September. BA degrees are diverse including Interior Design and Construction Engineering. Each of the 14 young people are spreading the word about how sponsorship will help future generations of the choir. Abraham said that they had secured 70 sponsors from the UK tour and hearing how competitive the Aussies are, especially against UK, hope to achieve at least 71 sponsors during this current tour of Australia.

The youngsters eloquently answered all the questions posed and then actively engaged in Mingo – a hilarious ice breaker which had everyone on their feet moving around and forming groups of 2 to 4 depending on what  number Barnett shouted out. This was followed by a fantastic drum demonstration by the group and 2 songs as a taster for their concert on Saturday 17th May 2.30pm in the Town Hall at GPAC. 

A fabulous night was enjoyed by all who attended!

At the end of the evening President Charlie Speirs presented Marsha (KWAYA) with a donation of $1000 on behalf of the Rotary Club of Traralgon.

Below are a few images from the evening:

Cool Drummings

Fabulous Singing

The Choir practising before the evening officially started.

Abraham, who managed masterfully the Q&A session with the Choir and Audience.

Glenn and Barnett providing some background to Mingo…. i.e. How to mingle!

The audience learning how to Mingo before the fun commenced.

Tineke from the Latrobe Valley Choir who arranged the Ubuntu visit to Gippsland with three Ubuntu members and a selection of the Ubuntu merchandise all produced in Uganda.

Gareth, Sophie and Charlie with one of the Choir.

Choir member Suzanne chatting with Liz

President Charlie presents $1000 to Marsha from KWAYA. Marsha had earlier explained how sponsoring a child through the African Choir works and the value of such sponsorship. If you want to find out more you can contact Marsha directly via 0433134773 or kwayaaustralia@gmail.com

If you want to get involved in sponsoring a child through the African Choir also see below: