Watoto Children's Choir

The Watoto Children's Choir is an African choir that is dedicated to improving the way of life for children in Africa. The choir is based in Kampala, Uganda, at Kampala Pentecostal Church(KPC) dubbed " "Home of Watoto" "composed of about twenty children, mainly from Uganda. At any one time, there are several choirs touring all over the world ministering God's love to the nations.

"Watoto" means "Children" in Swahili language, and is made up of children who have lost both or one parent to the AIDS epidemic. The Choir has toured Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, New Zealand and Australia with a team of adults.

Their performances are a unique blend of native African rhythms, contemporary gospel music and ethnic dance. They have released four CDs. The ministry also comprises three villages, a primary school and a high school.

The vision behind Watoto is "Raising the next generation of Ugandan leaders".

External links

* [http://www.watoto.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=13&Itemid=31 Watoto Children's Choir official website]
* [http://www.kpcministries.org KPC Ministries]
* [http://www.topix.net/who/watoto-childrens-choir Watoto Children's Choir News]
* [http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=watoto Watoto Children's Choir Videos on YouTube]
* [http://www.watoto.com/ Official website of Watoto]

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