Ritta: S838-DEW

October

2025

Ritta is 12 years old and is now in fifth grade after successfully completing fourth grade. She shared that Girl Power Africa continues to support her by helping cover her school needs, and she feels happy to be in school this year. Ritta said her goal is to be promoted to the next class, and she stays motivated by her grandparents. At home, she helps with cleaning for about two hours a day, and she hopes to become a doctor in the future so she can help care for others. Sponsored by: Tera Reese-Beisbier

November

2024

Ritta was promoted to the fifth grade, where math is her favorite subject, though she excels most in science. Her teacher praises her regular attendance and positive attitude in class. Currently living with her grandmother while she continues her education, Ritta remains determined to succeed despite her parents’ absence. Sponsored by: Alysha Kubsh

November

2023

Rita is promoted to fourth grade and continues to dream of becoming a nurse one day.  She continues to live with her grandmother. Rita still loves to sing.  She told our team how she sings for her grandma before falling asleep at nightSponsored by: Lori Fischer Hall

October

2022

Meet Ritta, she is nine years old and in the 3rd grade. She lives with her grandmother.  Her mother passed away several years ago and her father could not sustain Ritta and her five sibling, so, Ritta was sent to live with her grandmother.  Ritta loves football, singing, and dancing.  She wants to be a nurse one day. Sponsored by: Lori Fischer Hall

Photos of Ritta Throughout The School Years: