Julius is a wonderful 20 year old from Uganda who has just been diagnosed with liver cancer. We met and became instant friends, in 2011, while I was volunteering at Kampala Children's Centre with a team from the UK. Julius has toured with Destiny Africa Children’s Choir around the world, where he served as a talented, passionate drummer raising money for other children. Julius is a brother to me and everyone he meets, he is warm, generous and a little bit cheeky.

He has bold aspirations and was working hard to pursue a career in videography, before being diagnosed with hepatocellular carcinoma and becoming terribly unwell. We may not manage to raise the huge amount he needs for all his treatment and care, but together we can help.

Although the target may be ambitious, any amount you are able to give will be greatly appreciated and will be used for medical costs, basic care and the occasional treat; recently he was given some music, which lifted his spirits.

We invite you to be part of Julius’ journey by sharing this post so we can spread his story as far as possible.

Although he is too sick to respond to messages, he responded to the support given so far with one of his infectious smiles!