When Mzuzu University Vice-Chancellor Professor Wales Singini stood up to address the boys and girls at Walusungu CBO Orphanage on Saturday, the excitement among the young learners was noticeable.

It was therefore not surprising that when Professor Singini told them that someday they will grow up and occupy positions of responsibility, in unison they nodded in agreement. Such little steps need support for their dreams to become true. That is why MZUNI’s visit on Saturday was significant.

This was rare gathering organised by Mzuzu University Trust Fund. It was an early Christmas Lunch for the boys and girls who also received various items such as toys, clothes and shoes.

The orphanage is managed by elderly women, mostly widows, who have volunteered to provide basic needs for orphans within and around Katawa and Chasefu in Mzuzu. The Orphanage, established in 2007, caters for 80 orphans and vulnerable children aged between 2 and 17.

MZUNI Trust Fund exists to mobilise resources to enable MZUNI to operate smoothly and supplement Government funding. MZUNI’s mission is to provide high quality education, training, research, and complementary services in Malawi and the World through pursuit of outstanding achievements in learning, discovery and community engagement.