African youth, despite facing significant challenges, are the driving force of their communities. They deal with harsh realities but continue to demonstrate incredible resilience. Addressing youth unemployment is a collective effort, not just a single solution ..read more

Education is a transformative tool that can break the cycle of poverty. However, many students in East Africa are unable to attend school due to financial constraints ..read more

At Asante Africa Foundation, we are deeply committed to this mission, championing literacy programs that are not only changing lives but also transforming entire communities in East Africa ..read more

Partnership Spotlight: Teach a Man to Fish “We go further and faster when we go together” A guiding principle of Asante Africa Foundation is partnerships. We base our work on collaborative and philosophically like-minded partnerships, enabling us to accelerate impact, grow geographically, and avoid duplication of our efforts. We are taking this opportunity to showcase and highlight partnerships that have accelerated the impact for the young people who have been active participants in our programming. SPOTLIGHT PARTNERSHIP: Teach a Man to Fish   Asante Africa Foundation is honored to hav ..read more

What Does “Paying it Forward” Mean for us at Asante Africa? The point is not to pay back kindness but to pass it on ~ Julia Alvarez Paying it forward at Ngina Children’s Home with well needed supplies, Kenya A single act of kindness can set off a domino effect triggering a wave of compassion that touches lives across the globe, one person at a time. Indeed, kindness is not meant to be repaid; it is meant to be Paid Forward and in different ways.  The phrase, “Pay it Forward,” became popular after the 2000 movie of the same name, where a young boy’s school assignment started a chain ..read more

Equality in Action: How Asante Africa Supports Women’s Empowerment on Women’s Equality Day On August 26th we’ll be commemorating Women’s Equality Day, a day whose roots lie in the right to vote, and one that takes on more meaning as women’s rights continue to be under threat with the rise of authoritarianism and assaults on democracy.  In an election year, it’s more important than ever to support women’s equality in the U.S. and abroad in every way possible.  Women’s rights need to be actively fought for and protected. Nowhere does that resonate more than in the rural communities o ..read more

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 ..read more

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 for those who demonstrate academic promise but lack the financial resources to pursue higher education. By supporting need-based and merit scholarships, we can help unlock the doors to a b ..read more

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 anywhere, serves as a catalyst for growth and development. Access to education provides the resources required to pave paths for positive change.  The history of education in Africa is interlaced with the crucial themes of colonialism, r ..read more

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. This makes it imperative that we invest in our youth, ensuring they are prepared to meet the challenges of the future. More than 50% of the working population in Sub-Saharan Africa is comprised of youth, aged 15-29. With an average unemployment rate exc ..read more