Staff Writer
The Kwenda Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the lives of orphaned and vulnerable children, saying its mission is rooted in Christian values and a belief that every child deserves love, protection and the opportunity to thrive.
The Foundation said its vision is inspired by the words of Jesus Christ in Luke 18: “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.”
According to the organisation, these words are not simply a biblical passage but a guiding principle that shapes its work to provide hope and practical support for children facing difficult circumstances.
The Foundation said many orphaned children grow up without the care, encouragement and security that every child needs, leaving them vulnerable to poverty, neglect and other social challenges. It believes every child has a God-given right to reach their full potential, regardless of their background.
It also challenged society to reflect on its collective responsibility towards vulnerable children, noting that communities have a duty to nurture, guide and protect the next generation.
Quoting a well-known African proverb, the Foundation said, “When the elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers,” adding that children are often the greatest victims of poverty, conflict and injustice despite bearing no responsibility for those circumstances.
The organisation said it aims to unite churches, charities, humanitarian organisations and compassionate individuals around a shared goal of transforming the lives of orphaned children. Guided by the principle of “each one teaches one,” it hopes to encourage people to move beyond sympathy and become active participants in creating lasting change.
Among its first planned initiatives is Christ’s Nation Ministries, a Christian outreach programme that will offer spiritual guidance, pastoral care and community support for orphaned children.
The Foundation also plans to establish the Roses in Zion Music & Arts Studio Project, which will use music, arts and creativity to help young people build confidence, discover their talents and develop positive life skills.
Initially focusing its activities in Zimbabwe, the Foundation said it intends to expand its partnerships internationally by working with organisations that share its humanitarian vision.
Foundation Chairman Kundai Kwenda said compassion should inspire meaningful action.
“The Kwenda Foundation exists because we believe that every child matters. Compassion must be more than an emotion—it must become action. Our mission is to bring hope where there is despair, guidance where there is uncertainty, and opportunity where there has been hardship. We believe that by working together in faith, we can help restore dignity and build brighter futures for orphaned children,” he said.
Kwenda said the Foundation was calling on like-minded individuals and organisations to join its mission.
“Our mission is not simply to move forward, but to go forward in faith. We invite individuals and organisations who share this calling to walk alongside us as we seek to transform lives—one child, one family and one community at a time,” he said.
The Foundation said it believes lasting change begins when people choose to care and work together. Through faith, partnerships and practical support, it hopes to help build stronger communities and create brighter futures for orphaned children for generations to come.