Project Inspire Africa

One in every five of the world’s out-of-school children is in Nigeria;the gap to bridge in education is massive. But each step we take in the right direction makes the difference. This month on Project- Inspire,we spoke with Joseph Effiong(Founder of Golden Schools and Executive Director of Make A Life Foundation) about the action he is taking to bridge this gap. Below is the excerpt of our interview PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you?  Joseph : I am Joseph Effiong, a Teacher who's poised to imbue solutions in every learner and a social entrepreneur who's concerned about providing quality education for low-income commmunities. I am 29 years old and I hail from Inua-Abasi Effiat, Mbo L.G.A, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Tell us briefly your childhood experience.   Joseph:I   grew up away from my parental home. I spent my childhood in the hands of a Priest who my Mum said I fell in love with as a child. Growing up in the hands of a strict disci...

From one of the toughest countries in Africa, one African youth is inspiring hundreds of youths across 30 nations of the world to take action against violence, gender inequality and climate change. Today, we are glad to introduce Nyembo Jay, founder of Impact Youth Sustainability (IYS), Congo as he shares with us about his work and the journey so far. Can we meet you? I am Nyembo Salumu Jay. I am a 24 years old citizen of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Briefly tell us about briefly your childhood experience. I was born in a tiny village where I grew with a lot of fun memories. I was a confident child. I loved football and played it even to the detriment of my studies. It was after my playmates moved to another class while I failed that I realized how unwise my decision has been. Not all my memories as a child was pleasant but thank God I learnt early to dream big and move on. What’s your educational background? I attended Hakima Primary School and Kaumo Institute for my primary and ...

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With 83% of its population living in rural areas,lack of access to health information is a measure challenge in the Malawian health sector. One doctor is changing that narrative through her non-profit organization's advocacy campaigns. We introduce to you,Zayithwa Fabiano,founder of Health Access Initiative, Malawi  Can we meet you?  I am Zayithwa Fabiano,a 27-years old Malawian Medical Doctor. I love hiking, reading, gardening, travelling, cooking.   Tell us briefly your childhood experience .  I grew up in a small town called Zomba. I am the last born in a family of 5 children. I grew up very close to my parents and siblings. We were taught to be very civically engaged at a young age, so spent a lot of time helping our parents with their social work.  What's your educational background?  I had always enjoyed the sciences from my primary school education at Zomba Private Primary School. I went on to complete my secondary school edu...

After several first-hand experiences of the injustice occasioned by the loopholes in our criminal justice system, Oluyemi Orija couldn't put up with this holy discontentment. Her response was setting up Headfort Foundation. Barely two years after, Headfort Foundation has not only remained committed to prison decongestion and human rights advocacy but has in the process gained international recognition. We are glad to introduce Oluyemi Orija as Project Inspire's Change Maker for the month of September as she shares with us how it all began   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you? Oluyemi :I am Oluyemi Orija, a lawyer, an entrepreneur, and a human right activist. I hail from Ekiti state, Nigeria, a graduate of law from Ekiti State University. After my law degree, I proceeded to the Nigeria Law School in Lagos and I served Nigeria at the legal department of Urban Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom state Nigeria. I am the Managing Partner of Headfort Chambers, a corporate ...

A large number of people in Sierra Leone do not have access to safe drinking water. About 2.9 million people are unable to get clean water. Fortunately, youths like Benson Kandeh are not just talking about the problem but solving it. Benson developed a simple pump technology that has been supplying clean and safe water to over 50 rural communities. We are pleased to have him share with us how his journey has been.   Can we meet you?  My name is Benson Kandeh, I am 27 years old from Freetown, Sierra Leone. My hobby is researching. Tell us briefly your childhood experience. I was born and raised in a poor rural community away from the capital city, I started going to school there because my parents were not financially buoyant to send me to the city to attend school. Life In the village was really hard and difficult for me as a young child. However, I knew in my heart that one day I would make life easier for my people. That desire motivated me to study hard and I g...

With hundreds  of beggars, young and old, roaming the streets of Lagos, one can only imagine the difficulties of such a life. Well, our guest today, Abel Usim, has not only imagined these difficulties but also got actively involved in solving them. In this interview with Project Inspire, he tells the story of how it all began. PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you?   Abel : My name is Abel Ikenna Usim, I am 29 years old and am from Arochukwu Local Goverment Area in Abia state.   PROJECT_INSPIRE :Tell us about your childhood experience.  Abel : My childhood was very tough because I was not very bright academically and I failed many times in exam in my primary and secondary school. I was born in Ajegunle and I experienced certain things that were beyond my age but am grateful that most of those things did not have any effect on me.   PROJECT_INSPIRE :What is your educational background?  Abel : I graduated from Madonna University, Okija in Anambra stat...

As we strive for a better future, no one is to be left behind. In Zambia, Choolwe Chimuka advocates gender inclusiveness and adult literacy of rural women. In this interview with Project Inspire Africa, Choolwe speaks about her work and its impacts.   Can we meet you?    My name is Choolwe Chimuka. I was born in Kabwe District of Central Province of the Republic of Zambia. I am the founder of Choolwe Foundation for Girls and Women Empowerment. I am the first child in the family of three. I am an accountant and a passionate advocate for girls’ and women’s rights. Besides advocacy, I enjoy cooking, playing football, and listening to country music.   Tell us briefly your childhood experience.   Growing up, I did activities that came naturally to children: moulded clay pots and clay cows, made and flew kites. I grew up under the care of my parents who instilled discipline and the fear of the Lord into me, laying a strong foundation of my life. My paren...

“Volunteering is the ultimate sacrifice in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in”. Our guest this month is building a community of passionate Nigerians who are selflessly creating the kind of community they want to see. PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you? Chinenye : I'm Chinenye Nzom Busayo, 25 years old, and am from Anambra State, Nigeria.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Tell us briefly about your experience as a child. Chinenye: I had an amazing childhood, I come from a very good Christian background, my parents ensured that my siblings and I were comfortable, my best memories are from my childhood, from going to church, and playing with my siblings, it was fun. PROJECT_INSPIRE : What’s your educational background? Chinenye : I was in the Science department in secondary school, and I was very much in love with mathematics. I went ahead to study Chemistry in Federal College...