Impacts

A Movement Built on Belief and Partnership Education is not just about attending school; it is about opening doors that were previously locked. For the girls and young women of Cameroon, it is also about  the confidence that builds as girls have the same opportunities as their male classmates. According to UNESCO and the World […]

Sub-Saharan Africa is home to the world’s largest, fastest-growing youth population, a demographic powerhouse poised to reshape the global economy. This generation is Africa’s undeniable future. Yet, a structural education gap is threatening to leave this immense potential on the table: The Learning Gap: A staggering 80% of children across sub-Saharan Africa cannot read or

Meta Description: Across continents, members of the African diaspora are turning creativity into opportunity. Discover how Grow Against Poverty connects Kenyan educators and global supporters to expand access to education through handcrafted woodcrafts and evidence-based programs.

As the whole world faces a lockdown due to COVID-19 pandemic, it’s natural to wonder how families and their children in developing countries are faring. Ghana comes to mind, an African country with its share of scarcity and economic disparity. Some parts are rich in resources, while others are poverty-stricken with families living in slums. 

How does a vulnerable youth in rural Rwanda obtain money to launch a business, especially during a pandemic?! Felicien Habagusenga and Solange Dusambemariya know! They are youth of Rungano-Ndota Initiative in Rwanda, and they earned loans to help them survive Covid and improve their livelihoods. Felicien raises pigs and Solange sells vegetables in the market. Both are stronger now, thanks to these loans and the coaching that surrounds them

On Saturday, January 19, 2019, the Boston University African Studies Center (ASC) and its Diaspora Studies Initiative hosted a breakfast meeting for the African Diaspora Engaging Africa (ADEA) Initiative. The ADEA Initiative seeks to build a supportive platform for the African Diaspora in the US to engage in Africa’s development. This initiative creates a diverse