The number of orphans in East Africa is staggering. According to UNICEF, there are an estimated 25 million orphans in East Africa, with the majority living in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The causes of orphanhood in East Africa are complex and varied. HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of orphanhood, followed by poverty, war, and natural disasters. Orphans in East Africa face many challenges. They are often excluded from education and healthcare and are at risk of exploitation, abuse, and trafficking.