Ker & Downey World Travel is proud to announce a new philanthropy partnership with Bana Ba Letsatsi, a vital children's center serving Northern Botswana's most vulnerable youth. This collaboration embodies our commitment to ensuring that travel creates lasting positive impact in the communities we visit.

Bana Ba Letsatsti, A Beacon of Hope

In Setswana, the phrase 'bana ba letsatsi' translates to 'children of the sun' or 'sunshine children'—a name that perfectly captures the hope and brightness this organization brings to young lives. Located in Maun, Northern Botswana, this remarkable center has been a lifeline for the community since its founding in 2002.

Today, Bana Ba Letsatsi serves over 250 vulnerable, at-risk, and orphaned children who face circumstances no child should endure. Many have never set foot in a classroom or were forced to abandon their education due to poverty, family instability, or other hardships. The challenges these children confront are heartbreaking: physical and sexual abuse, substance abuse, exploitation through underage labor, and the devastating absence of parental care and guidance.

Bana Ba Letsatsi provides far more than temporary refuge. It offers a comprehensive support system designed to break cycles of poverty and trauma. Within the center's caring environment, children receive social, psychological, and educational support. 

A Partnership Rooted in Purpose

The need for services like those provided by Bana Ba Letsatsi continues to grow throughout the Maun region. One of the center's most pressing needs is a new classroom block to accommodate the increasing number of children seeking help. The new classroom block will not only create space for more children but also ensure children continue to be fed, clothed, and cared for. 

This partnership enables us to channel the transformative power of travel toward addressing real community needs. When travelers choose Ker & Downey World Travel for their Botswana adventures, they become part of something larger than their individual journey—they become contributors to a mission that is literally changing and saving young lives.

Every journey to Botswana with Ker & Downey World Travel directly supports the children at Bana Ba Letsatsi. Our travelers don't just experience the incredible wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich culture of Botswana, they also participate in creating opportunities for vulnerable children to access education, safety, and hope for their futures.

The funds raised through this partnership will support the construction of the new classroom block, but the impact will extend far beyond bricks and mortar. Each classroom represents dozens of children who will receive education, nutrition, and counsel instead of remaining on the streets. Today's vulnerable children become tomorrow's teachers, healthcare workers, business owners, and community leaders, creating a multiplying effect of positive change that will benefit Botswana for generations to come.

Join Us in Making a Difference

When you choose Ker & Downey World Travel for your Botswana safari, you're not just booking a trip, you're investing in hope, education, and the future of vulnerable children who deserve every opportunity to thrive. Together, we can ensure that the 'children of the sun' at Bana Ba Letsatsi continue to shine brightly. 

For more information about this partnership or to learn how you can support Bana Ba Letsatsi through your travel with us, please contact our team.