As part of its mission, Tab-bu foundation reached out to pupils of Yumba Special School, a school for mentally retarded children located in the Northern Region of Ghana by way of an activity-parked party on the 6th of October, 2014. ‘Yumba’ is a dagbanli word which means ‘ Love them’.The school, located along the salaga road, has a student population of about 125 with classes ranging from primary one through to a vocational training stage. The ceremony was dubbed ‘Eid party’ as it was organized during the period of Eid-ul-Adha, an Islamic festival. Sack races for both male and female categories, musical chairs and dancing competitions formed part of activities that marked the day. The occasion sought to enhance their social development and give the pupils a sense of belonging in the society. They were treated to some snacks and lunch, and also socialized with the Tab-bu team. Awards were later presented to winners of various competitions. The assistant head teacher, madam Mildred ….remarked that it was a rare treat for the pupils and they really loved to be part of such activities. Plain A4 sheets, crayons and pencils among other stationery were donated to the school. The head teacher and staff of the school expressed their profound gratitude to Tab-bu foundation and said they looked forward to more of such kind gestures.

Arrival of the children
Arrival of the children
some of our team members trying socialise with the pupils
some of our team members trying socialise with the pupils

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The teaching and administrative stuff of the school introducing themselves
The teaching and administrative stuff of the school introducing themselves
some Yumba pupils applauding after a welcome  speech by their head mistress
some Yumba pupils applauding after a welcome speech by their head mistress
some of the kids socializing with members of our team
some of the kids socializing with members of our team
some pupils posing with friends from the international service team
some pupils posing with friends from the international service team
female division sack race underway
female division sack race underway
male division sackrace underway
male division sackrace underway

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Tab-bu team presenting stationery to Yumba school
Tab-bu team presenting stationery to Yumba school
winner of sackrace boys division receiving his price
winner of sackrace boys division receiving his price

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