MAKAYA: The Nine Lives of an American Refugee from Congo DRC

Just Out on Kindle! The Inspiring Book about Makaya's Life

MAKAYA: The Nine Lives of an American Refugee from Congo DRC Kindle Edition by Kiangana Dialungana (Author), Patrick Barry (Editor) Format: Kindle EditionFollow a 16-year-old refugee on his death-defying journey from the Congo River to an I.C.E. detention center near Reading, Pa. He left everything he knew back in Africa, including his devoted mother, yet turned his loss into a force for good. He was rescued by the good people of Pennsylvania, and worked to become an outstanding citizen of the U.S. as he grew to adulthood. He also founded a home in Kinshasa for the tiniest victims of the war in the Congo DRC, determined to give them what he had been given in the United States–security, education, and most of all love. In gratitude to his adopted homeland, and his adoptive parents, he has embarked on an inspiring career in service to others. It is a miraculous story of human kindness that is possible Only in America.

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MAKAYA: The Nine Lives of an American Refugee from Congo DRC

Just Out on Kindle! The Inspiring Book about Makaya's Life

MAKAYA: The Nine Lives of an American Refugee from Congo DRC Kindle Edition by Kiangana Dialungana (Author), Patrick Barry (Editor) Format: Kindle Edition

Follow a 16-year-old refugee on his death-defying journey from the Congo River to an I.C.E. detention center near Reading, Pa. He left everything he knew back in Africa, including his devoted mother, yet turned his loss into a force for good. He was rescued by the good people of Pennsylvania, and worked to become an outstanding citizen of the U.S. as he grew to adulthood. He also founded a home in Kinshasa for the tiniest victims of the war in the Congo DRC, determined to give them what he had been given in the United States–security, education, and most of all love. In gratitude to his adopted homeland, and his adoptive parents, he has embarked on an inspiring career in service to others. It is a miraculous story of human kindness that is possible Only in America.

Available on Kindle for $4.99

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Our
Orphanage

in the
Democratic

Republic of Congo

The Foundation

The ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has left countless children vulnerable. We’re dedicated to protecting the human rights and future of these young victims. By providing shelter, healthcare, education, and nutritious food, we offer a path to a brighter future.

As Nelson Mandela said, “Giving children a healthy start in life, no matter where they are born or the circumstances of their birth, is the moral obligation of every one of us.” We believe this is a responsibility we must all share.

Our Congo Team

Our loving staff includes house mothers,
devoted staff as well as security personnel.

Medical Team

In spite of the negative impact caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, our medical team continues to bring the best of what they have to fight this deadly outbreak.

Our Congo Team

Our Congo Team

Our Congo Team

Our loving staff includes house mothers,
devoted staff as well as security personnel.

Our Medical Team

Medical Team

In spite of the negative impact cause by the COVID-19 pandemic, our medical team continues to bring the best of what they have to fight this deadly outbreak.

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