Education

International Youth Day is This Month: Meet Asante Africa’s Young Leaders In much of African culture, elders are held in high esteem, receiving the utmost respect and reverence. However, it is the youth, who make up the majority of the population, that face the brunt of numerous societal challenges. Africa’s population under 35 represents almost […]

Need-Based and Merit Scholarships: Help Us Invest in Africa’s Brightest Minds Africa’s future depends on its young people. To harness their full potential, we must invest in their education. However, many young Africans face significant barriers to accessing education, such as poverty, gender discrimination, limited school infrastructure, and political instability. Need-based scholarships provide a lifeline

What Is the Current State of Education in Africa? Nelson Mandela once said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” This quote resonates within Africa, where access to education has proven to unlock vast opportunities, foster sustainable development, and transform lives in beautiful ways. Education in Africa, like

Skills to Build a Life on – Celebrating World Youth Skills Day World Youth Skills Day, celebrated on 15th July every year is a day dedicated to recognizing the importance of equipping young people with skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship. As the global economy continues to evolve, the demand for skilled workers increases.

A New Public-Private Partnership Promises a Brighter Future for Ugandans An exciting new partnership brings the tools and opportunities to make young dreams come true For many young Ugandans, dreams of the future die far too early. But now there is hope. A new collaboration between Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development (MGLSD) and

Education and Empowerment: Building Blocks for Gender Equality in Africa In May 2024, a communication school classmate achieved a remarkable milestone by successfully defending her doctoral thesis. What struck me most was not just her academic achievement, but the extraordinary circumstances surrounding her journey. While pursuing her master’s degree, she navigated the challenges of pregnancy

Youth Entrepreneurship and MSMEs: Partners in Progress on MSME Day The world has witnessed an unprecedented growth in entrepreneurship since the emergence of the youth entrepreneurship program and MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises). Following this development, economies grew, pre-existing businesses improved, and job opportunities sprang up from the launch of new enterprises. This allowed

The Time is Now: Day of the African Child and the Fight for Educational Equality The Day of the African Child observed annually on June 16th, serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle for educational equality across the African continent. This day is dedicated to amplifying the voices of African children and highlighting the

Green Actions, Global Impact: Simple Ways to Honor World Environment Day 2024 This year, World Environment Day is June 5th. In a multitude of ways East Africa is on the forefront of environment and climate change issues. Often, it’s East Africa’s young citizens who exemplify the simple solutions that are working toward environmental sustainability and

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