Our Partners
While SHONA operates independently, we are friends with a number of other small cooperative groups for disabled people in Goma.
Sante dans la Marmite Restaurant
offers buffet-style lunch at reasonable prices. The restaurant was started by Therese Mabulaya, and employs roughly 20 people, who are physically disabled or family members of those living with disabilities. If you are in the Goma area and looking for a local African meal we strongly recommend you ask around for this small restaurant in Birere, and support the dignity and strength of these entrepreneurs living with disabilities. You can contact Therese at valkitherese@yahoo.fr
Sports Training
There are a number of sports teams for people with disabilities in Goma. The SHONA craftswomen are active players on these teams, and participate in regional handicapped sports competitions. These teams operate with very little funding and are always looking for sponsors. They provide a wonderful oppotunity for athletic strength training, teamwork, and companionship for many people living with disabilities. Please contact us if you would like more information about these activities.
"Sitball" is played like volleyball, except there is no standing and the net is lower. All players are physcially handicapped.
member of the women's team cheering during a men's match
The end of the match. The ASAM team won!
