In Mwanza and many parts of Tanzania, churches play an important role in supporting communities beyond the walls of a sanctuary. They provide moral guidance, strengthen families, encourage personal responsibility, and offer hope in areas facing poverty, unemployment, and social challenges. At Living Waters, sharing the Gospel is a core part of our mission and is integrated into the daily life of our ministry.
Through regular discipleship programs, Monday worship services, Friday Bible studies, prayer gatherings, community outreach, and baptism ceremonies, we create opportunities for people of all ages to learn about Christ and grow in their faith. Our outreach activities extend beyond the campus, allowing us to engage local communities through evangelism, fellowship, and practical support. These efforts help build meaningful relationships while sharing the message of the Gospel. Through consistent teaching, mentorship, and spiritual development, we seek to raise disciples who demonstrate Christian values and positively influence their homes, schools, workplaces, and communities.
Living Waters believes that quality education should not be limited by a family’s income. We provide English-medium education from early years through secondary school, helping students develop the academic and language skills needed for higher education, professional careers, and greater opportunities in an increasingly globalized world. For many families in Mwanza, access to English-medium schooling remains out of reach due to high tuition costs. To address this challenge, Living Waters maintains fees that are approximately 70% lower than most private English-medium schools in the city while continuing to deliver a strong educational foundation.
Since our incorporation, more than 600 students have successfully graduated from our Primary School, with many continuing into higher levels of education and employment. To further reduce the financial burden on families, every student receives two meals during each school day, prepared on campus. Essential textbooks and learning materials are also provided by the school, ensuring that every child has the resources needed to participate fully in the classroom and achieve their potential.
Living Waters Children’s Home provides a safe and stable environment for children who have experienced the loss of parental care and support. Through consistent access to shelter, nutritious meals, education, and daily care, children are given the opportunity to grow within a structured and supportive community. This stability helps foster a sense of security, belonging, and confidence during some of the most important years of their development.
Education remains a central part of the home’s mission. Since its establishment, 12 children have successfully completed primary school while living at the Home, supported through school fees, uniforms, books, and learning resources. The long-term commitment to each child’s development has also created pathways to higher education, with 6 students progressing through secondary school and continuing to college-level studies. By providing care, education, and ongoing support, Living Waters helps children move from vulnerability toward independence and a more secure future.
Devotha came to Living Waters as a young girl in need of care and stability. She grew up in the Cairos Home for girls. Over time, she completed her education and gradually stepped into responsibility within the same community that raised her. Today, she continues to live on campus and serves as a kindergarten teacher at the Living Waters Primary School and mentor to the girls in the home. Her journey reflects a full cycle of care, where a child once supported by the home now contributes to it with commitment and understanding
Benard joined Living Waters at a young age, coming from a difficult background. In his early years at the Home, he struggled with behaviour and discipline, and this continued for some time. With consistent guidance, structure, and support, he gradually began to change and proceeded to complete his education. Today, he serves as the Academic Coordinator at the Living Waters Secondary School. He was married last year with the support of the Living Waters community and remains closely connected to the home. Benard now mentors the boys, offering guidance shaped by his experiences. ​
Keeping your community clean and green, one pickup at a time for a healthier tomorrow for a clean earth & clear future.
Keeping your community clean and green, one pickup at a time for a healthier tomorrow for a clean earth & clear future.
