On behalf of my friend Catherine Kantono, a teacher in one of the low-income communities of Namutumba District, I’d like to introduce to you the Tell a Story Foundation’s Nights and Stories.


Night and Stories bonfire event was initiated to relive the African tradition of story telling around fireplaces and raise funds to support the less privileged. It is a night hinged with live music, a movie, African tea, snacking and gaming; and it brings together people from different social spaces to connect a round a fire to connect around a fire to tell and listen to stories that build humane meaningful conversations.


The third edition is happening on the 28th of May at Speke Hotel Kampala. Tickets are for 50,000/= ugx and the proceeds are supporting the education of primary one children at Nkono Memorial Primary School in Namutumba District.

In the old days, we sat around a crackling fire and listened to folklore, riddles, etc told by the elderly. Sometimes under a moonlit sky. We didn’t care about the cold, the fire kept us warm and we drew knowledge from the stories as they were told. It was either a nuclear or extended family.

Today we use a different approach where we have a diverse family, sit together and be part of a beautiful evening. Grab your ticket, and walk this journey with us on the 28th of May for a cause that will tremendously change the lives of primary one children.

Looking forward to seeing you at Speke Hotel come 28th!

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