Safara’s story

10-year-old Safara* was desperate to go to school. But instead, her grandmother arranged for her to carry out domestic work in Dar es Salaam to earn money to support the family. 

Then, during the long bus journey from Mwanza, Safara lost the contact information for her employer. She had no idea where to go when she arrived at Dar es Salaam’s busy bus station.  

Thankfully, Safara was found by the police, who took her to Railway Children’s Child Support Desk at the bus terminal. There, our team were able to give her protection and support when she was at her most vulnerable. We offered her food, water, and reassurance that everything would be ok. 

Safara was placed in a safe, loving, family environment with a Fit Person. Meanwhile, we spent time supporting Safara’s grandmother to understand the importance of her granddaughter living at home and attending school.

This way, Sarafa can get the care and attention she needs until both she and her grandmother are ready to be reunited and build a brighter future together.