Abana Fruits-ENTREPRENEURS RWANDA
managed by V. Monroy
About us
OUR STORY - We are a family of 130 living the simple life in west Rwanda. Based on unfortunate circumstances our paths have led us to L’Esperance orphanage. Here we are no longer alone and have a second chance in life.
Here we have the opportunity to be children again and grow safely and around life. . L’Esperance is a place that encourages us to “seize the day. Here we learn about planning for the future and cultivating skills that will help us to be independent. At an early age we all learnt how unpredictable life can be and therefore we have been taught to prepare for the unexpected. It is important to take action for your life. Through projects such as this (Fruit Drying) we are learning the meaning of value. We live on 10 hectares of fertile land and so are able to grow our own food. With the help of our community we have now planted a Fruit Orchard. Recognizing the value in this, we have decided to think like entrepreneurs. Here at L’Esperance through Solar Drying Technology we can produce, package and sell our fruit as a means of income generating. By taking actions and exercising this opportunity we are securing our future. By starting a business we are planning ahead in order for us to become an independent family. By simply purchasing our Fruit you are contributing to the efforts of making us a SELF-SUSTAINABLE HOME.
THE VISION - Presently, our methods of drying fruit is through solar drying technology. This is only meant to be temporary as the consistency and quality of our product can still be improved. With the help of The Johnson Space Centre and Engineers without Borders; we are in the process of fundraising for sustainability. Our vision is to raise enough funding to construct a Processing Hall on the grounds of the orphanage in order to better the quality and production of our product. Upon construction of the Processing Hall we will be able to focus our attention on drying other fruits such as: Mangoes, Bananas, Guavas and Figs. Our company, ABANA FRUITS will then target the international market and begin exporting our fruits to Europe and the United States. The objective and main purpose of this business will always be directed at the needs of the children. Our motives will never change we just wish to change our means of supporting one another. Our goal is to achieve complete financial independence and run a self-sustainable orphanage that no longer relies on charitable donations and stands on its own two feet. Support us in realizing our vision.
Latest project news
Miles4Malabon netwletter #2/2026
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🇩🇪 Liebe Unterstützerinnen und Unterstützer,
danke, dass ihr das Projekt „Miles for Malabon“ bislang so tatkräftig begleitet habt. Heute möchte ich auf meine nächste große Tour aufmerksam machen.
Am 15. August startet mein nächstes großes Ultracycling-Abenteuer – das Silk Road Mountain Race (SRMR) in Kirgistan. Der Wunsch, dabei zu sein, ist während des Northcape 4000 gewachsen. Die langen Asphaltstrecken durch Skandinavien haben mich neugierig gemacht, es irgendwann auch auf losem Untergrund mit dem MTB zu versuchen.
Das SRMR ist mit keinem meiner bisherigen Rennen vergleichbar. Schon deshalb wäre ich euch sehr dankbar, wenn ihr die Spendenaktion erneut unterstützt – damit wir das, was wir begonnen haben, weiter fest im Griff behalten.
Live-Tracking & Updates während des Rennens Das Rennen findet in abgelegenem Gelände statt. Dort ist Mobilfunk oft nur eingeschränkt verfügbar. Das Tracking erfolgt per Satellit. Dadurch kann es vorkommen, dass sich mein Dot eine Zeit lang nicht bewegt – das ist dann einfach so.
Ich werde versuchen, an Kontrollpunkten oder bei Empfang ein paar Nachrichten und Bilder zu teilen. Garantien kann ich dabei nicht geben – ich hoffe auf euer Verständnis.
Regelmäßige Updates In den Blogartikeln auf meiner Webseite findet ihr regelmäßig Neuigkeiten über die Vorbereitung in der heißen Phase im Juli.
Wofür eure Spenden konkret eingesetzt werden Wie auch bei meinen bisherigen Touren sammle ich Spenden für ein Projekt, das mir besonders am Herzen liegt: das Straßenkinderprojekt in Malabon, einem Armenviertel in Manila (Philippinen).
In den Slums von Manila – und insbesondere in Malabon – leben viele Kinder unter extrem schwierigen Bedingungen: Oft ohne festen Wohnsitz, ohne gesicherte Ernährung und ohne verlässlichen Zugang zu Bildung. Gewalt, Krankheiten und Perspektivlosigkeit bestimmen den Alltag.
Das Projekt hilft mit ganz konkreten Maßnahmen: - Täglich frisch zubereitete Mahlzeiten, damit die Kinder gesund und kräftig bleiben. - Betreuung durch engagierte Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter, die Zeit haben und ein sicheres Umfeld schaffen. - Bildung und Schulunterricht, um langfristig einen Ausweg aus der Armut zu ermöglichen.
Mit eurer Hilfe können wir diesen Kindern Hoffnung und eine echte Zukunft schenken.
👉 Alle Infos: https://miles4malabon.de/de/silk-road-mountain-race-2026/
👉 Aktuelle Eindrücke, Fotos und Stories: Instagram @miles4malabon sowie
👉 WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbDGMx54NVireL4hds1D
👉 Direkt spenden:* https://www.betterplace.org/de/fundraising-events/34768-miles-4-malabon
📍 Live dabei sein: https://dotwatcher.cc/race/silk-road-mountain-race-2026
Vielen Dank für eure Treue und euer Engagement. Gemeinsam können wir viel bewegen – im Sattel und darüber hinaus.
Mit sportlichen Grüßen Bert
🇺🇸 Dear supporters,
Thank you for your enthusiastic support of the “Miles for Malabon” project so far. Today, I’d like to tell you about my next big tour.
On August 15, my next big ultracycling adventure begins—the Silk Road Mountain Race (SRMR) in Kyrgyzstan. My desire to participate grew during the North Cape 4000. The long paved stretches through Scandinavia made me curious to try mountain biking on loose terrain someday.
The SRMR is unlike any race I’ve done before. For that reason alone, I’d be very grateful if you’d support the fundraiser again—so we can keep a firm grip on what we’ve started.
Live Tracking & Updates During the Race The race takes place in remote terrain. Cell service is often limited there. Tracking is done via satellite. As a result, my Dot may not move for a while—that’s just how it is.
I’ll try to share a few messages and pictures at checkpoints or whenever I have reception. I can’t make any guarantees—I hope you’ll understand.
Regular Updates In the blog posts on my website, you’ll find regular updates on my preparations during the crunch time in July.
How Your Donations Will Be Used As with my previous tours, I’m raising funds for a project that’s particularly close to my heart: the street children’s project in Malabon, a poor neighborhood in Manila (Philippines).
In the slums of Manila—and especially in Malabon—many children live under extremely difficult conditions: Often without a permanent home, without a steady supply of food, and without reliable access to education. Violence, disease, and a lack of prospects define their daily lives.
The project helps through very concrete measures: - Freshly prepared meals every day to keep the children healthy and strong. - Care provided by dedicated staff who have time to create a safe environment. - Education and school instruction to provide a long-term path out of poverty.
With your help, we can give these children hope and a real future.
👉 All the details: https://miles4malabon.de/en/silk-road-mountain-race-2026-2/
👉 Latest updates, photos, and stories: Instagram @miles4malabon and
👉 WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbDGMx54NVireL4hds1D
👉 Donate directly:* https://www.betterplace.org/de/fundraising-events/34768-miles-4-malabon
📍 Watch live: https://dotwatcher.cc/race/silk-road-mountain-race-2026
Thank you so much for your loyalty and commitment. Together, we can make a big difference—on the bike and beyond.
With athletic regards, Bert
Contact
Gishyita
Kigarama
Rwanda
