A true life story about
Different people in Ghana
KOFI LEIF
Kofi Leif has been in our hearts since 2008, when he was left in our arms just a few hours old. His mother tragically lost her life during childbirth, and he was placed in the orphanage in Akwakwaa—the very place we visited on our very first trip to Ghana.
We were thrown straight into the world of parenthood, with no prior experience, as two 19–20-year-old girls from Sveg. Hospital visits, sleepless nights, and the constant question, “What do we do now?” filled our days. But in that moment, a journey began that we could never have dreamed of—a lifelong bond filled with love, laughter, and pride.
Thanks to our support, Kofi Leif is now a warm, caring, and wise 16-year-old who has just completed his primary education with excellent grades. He will soon begin boarding school in Swedru, and alongside his studies, he is also a remarkably talented football player.
But above all, he is a young man with a heart of gold!
ESTHER
Esther, Kofi Leif’s sister, we also met at the orphanage in Akwakwaa in 2008. She was a quiet girl who often sought connection—a smile, a hug—and longed to be seen.
Over the years, we have been able to follow her journey, supporting her in school and being there for her with care and security.
Today, she lives in her home village of Takorase, helping her grandmother on the farm. Her dream is to one day become a social worker or nurse, so she can give others the same support that she herself has received.
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Michael i gymnasieskolan med vänner
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MICHAEL DONKO
We met Michael as a curious and dreamy 10-year-old boy at the orphanage in Akwakwaa. With support from us over the years, he has been able to train as a skilled fashion designer and now runs his own small tailoring business in Swedru.
When we visited him in 2024, we were greeted by a moment that warmed our hearts even more. By his side was Michael “number 2,” a young boy who couldn’t afford to go to school and had ended up on the streets.
Michael took him under his wing, teaching him how to sew, repair clothes, and, most importantly, feel pride in learning a new skill. He does this completely without pay, simply because he knows how vital it is for someone to believe in you.
His generosity and desire to give back what he himself has received is a living testament and a reminder of the incredible difference that care and support can make.
Grace met us at the Akwakwaa orphanage, where she worked every day preparing meals for the children. She is a mother of six, and life has tested her immensely.
Her home burned down, she lost everything, and her son suffered severe burns—but he survived and is doing well today. Thanks to support from us, she was able to rebuild her life. She received a new home, started a small cooking business, and her children gained access to both health insurance and schooling instead of having to beg for food on the streets.
Today, her eldest daughter has graduated and completed a practical education in home economics.
Grace is a true role model—a strong woman who has risen time and again, becoming an inspiration to many. Grace is a true power woman.
GRACE
KODJO
Kodjo was quite the troublemaker the first time we met him at the Akwakwaa orphanage in 2008. He was the one throwing stones when he got angry, running away from the orphanage, and often getting into fights.
But behind his tough exterior was a strong will and creativity that quickly impressed us. At just 10 years old, he was already growing his own corn and cassava on a small piece of land he had found himself. School was never really his thing; despite working hard in middle school, he didn’t meet the requirements and eventually dropped out. Thanks to collaboration and support from the foundation Time for Ghana, he started an apprenticeship and trained for four years to become a mechanic.
When we last met him in 2024, he stood by our side at the family center—a strong and loyal 27-year-old helping us nail up 204 sponsor plaques on windows and doors. He told us that he had lost his job due to a company bankruptcy, but despite setbacks, he doesn’t give up. His new dream is similar to what he did at 10: to buy a piece of land, start farming again, and support himself by selling vegetables. Kodjo is a fighter who refuses to quit, a living testament to strength and a reminder to never stop trying.