“Sam” by Larry Solitrin

“Sam was left an orphan when both his parents died of HIV/AIDS. His mother was originally a prostitute in the Kampala slums. He was rejected and abandoned by family members after the death of his parents and forced to live on the streets. At the age of six, he was begging for food and money at tourist locations. Sam, known as the ‘Mayor’ of the streets, was a street boy for many years before being brought to El-Shadai family home. He met Stephen and desired to leave street life so that he could return to school.

In his future, Sam hopes to become a pastor or a person who can help others in many ways.” ~ Sam’s Story from El-Shadai Home, 2007

Sam with his portrait from Larry