At the beginning of January, a group of 11 visitors travelled to Kerr Layen in The Gambia to experience village life and see firsthand the achievements of the charity’s work within the community.

The visitors received a very warm welcome from the villagers, with celebrations taking place throughout their stay. During the visit, the group witnessed the digging of trenches for the new water pipeline project and spent time actively involved in activities at the school.

New eco-friendly cooking stoves were delivered for the school dinner ladies, helping to improve cooking conditions and reduce fuel use. Claire also had the opportunity to observe the Hold a Hand programme in action and register new students for support.

The visit gave the group a deeper understanding of life in the village, inspired new ideas for future projects, and strengthened the partnership between the charity and the local community.

Join us for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and delicious desserts at our upcoming Quiz & Pudding Fundraising Night.

Gather your team, test your knowledge across a variety of quiz rounds, and enjoy a tempting selection of homemade puddings.

The event promises to be a great community evening, with all proceeds helping to support our fundraising efforts.

Whether you come for the quiz, the puddings, or simply a good night out, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Spaces are limited, so we encourage everyone to book early to avoid disappointment. Contact Lee or Emma to book emma@africanvillagedream.org

Date: Monday 29th June 2026

Location: The Clarence, Hinckley

Time: Doors open 7pm, quiz starts at 8pm

Team: Up to 5 people per team

Price: £10 per person

Thank you for your support - we look forward to seeing you there!