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Navigating Language Barriers and Embracing Multilingualism: My First-Hand Experience as a Student in Accra, Ghana
After completing my first degree in Sierra Leone, I embarked on an academic journey to Accra, Ghana, filled with anticipation and excitement. The prospect of immersing myself in Ghana’s vibrant culture, rich history, and renowned hospitality was… Read More
A New Start: How Tutoring Refugee Students Inspired My Own Learning Journey
“If I win, you have to make me a promise, ok?” Abiola earnestly says to me as we sit onthe playground playing tic-tac-toe.  “It depends on the promise,” I respond with a smile.  “If I win, you have to promise to be my friend forever,” she… Read More
Why Educate Girls?
All girls, regardless of the circumstances in which they were born, have the right to a quality education. A quality education provides the foundation for an individual to realize his or her dreams. In Africa, over twenty-four million girls do not… Read More
10 benefits of sponsoring a child in Africa
Sponsoring a child in Africa has numerous benefits for both the child and the sponsor. Here are ten benefits of sponsoring a child in Africa: Education: Sponsoring a child in Africa provides them access to education, which is crucial for their… Read More
How Sierra Leone and the World Responded to the November 5th 2021 Freetown Explosion
While millions of Americans were focused on declining COVID-19 cases and the passage of an important infrastructure bill in November of 2021, a sad and tragic event was occupying the minds and hearts of those from Sierra Leone. On November 5th, a… Read More
What’s the Difference Between a Teenager in Sierra Leone and a Teenager in the United States and Why Do We Care?
The inky black darkness of night is receding as the sun goes up.  It’s 7 am and I hear the dreaded footsteps of my mother on her way up the stairs.  In a matter of seconds, she opens my door, turns on my light, nudges my shoulder, and… Read More
Change - It Starts with Us
Education connects all human beings together and is a fundamental human right.  Thanks to education we learn about the fundamentals of the world and the lessons that come with it.  Education has been a jewel from the start, with… Read More
Student Success Stories - Beth Interviews 3 Computer Training Graduates
Imagine going through school never touching a computer.  Those of us who are of a certain age can imagine this.  Maybe we used a manual or electric typewriter, then graduated to a word processor, wondering at how the machine could store… Read More
Small Donations Make a Difference
On our trip to Sierra Leone (see previous blog post), my wife and I had the opportunity to briefly visit the village of Kamawornie, tour the local primary and secondary schools, and meet with teachers, students, and parents.  Our short stay in… Read More
How Cryptocurrency Can Aid the Development of Education in Africa
There has been little advancement in cryptocurrency use in Africa, underrating the major possibilities of its use on the continent. According to recent research, Africa’s active crypto countries are South Africa and Nigeria. The rest of the… Read More

 

Families in Sierra Leone face unprecedented challenges due to rising costs. Inflation makes it difficult for them to afford basic food staples such as rice, cooking oil, and onions.

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Give the Gift of Joy This Holiday Season 🎁


You can light up a child's life in Africa this holiday season. Imagine the joy of a young girl opening her very first book or a boy receiving a backpack filled with school supplies to fuel his dreams. For many children, a holiday gift isn't just a moment of happiness – it’s a message of hope, love, and possibility.

At Develop Africa, we believe every child deserves to feel special, especially during the holidays. But for too many children in underserved communities, the season comes and goes without even a small token of celebration. With your help, we can change that.

A donation of just $25 can provide a meaningful gift – a backpack, school supplies, or even a toy – to a needy child. Your generosity will show them that someone far away cares deeply about their future and happiness.

Make this holiday season unforgettable for a child. Please donate now to our Holiday Gift for a Child campaign and be part of a life-changing moment. Together, we can spread joy, ignite hope, and make the holidays magical for children in Africa.