Where We Serve
In the mind of a typical rural Ugandan, the city of Kampala is the land of opportunity. Countless people leave their villages in search for greener pastures, namely job opportunities. But with the elevated cost of living and lack of lucrative employment, many people find themselves settling in the slum communities. These communities are typically characterized by their high population density, poor sanitation, high drug and alcohol abuse, and weak family structures. It is these communities that SONBT serves to provide education, family empowerment, and Christian discipleship.
Katanga Slum
Located in a valley between Uganda's biggest government hospital and its largest university, Katanga is home to over 20,000 people, half of which are children under 14 years old (2017). Occupying only about 1/2 of a square mile, roughly 60 percent of the homes in Katanga are "informal", having been constructed by sticks and mud. Katanga has been referred to as "the family slum" due to its lack of orphaned or run-away children.
Namuwongo Slum
Namuwongo is situated alongside a defective railroad in the industrial area of Kampala. With over 2,500 structures, Namuwongo is the 2nd largest slum in Kampala with close to 30,000 residents. Built in a swamp, Namuwongo homes are subject to frequent flooding and exposure to water-borne illnesses. Namuwongo is home to many refugees coming from Northern Uganda, DR Congo, and South Sudan. It is estimated that the typical Namuwongo family survives off of $1 per day.