Project Inspire Africa

After been told that Basketball doesn’t have a future, Innocent remained committed to his vision of transforming lives through Basketball. Today through Graduate2Greatness Basketball Academy™ (G2G), Innocent is raising global champions from local communities in Nigeria. In this interview with Project_Inspire, Innocent shares his story.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you? Innocent : I am Odianosen Innocent Bizjames, 39 years of age and from Edo State, Nigeria.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Tell us about your childhood?   Innocent : I had an interesting childhood. I was born and raised in Gombe State. My experiences as a child help shaped my adulthood and I am grateful to God for such a childhood.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : What is your educational background like?   Innocent : I attended Gombe High School,Gombe State and Ikenne Community College,Ikenne,Ogun State for my primary and secondary school education respectively. I was admitted into University of Benin to study c...

Born with HIV/AIDS and growing beyond the stigma associated with it, Namutebi Ruth Elizabeth has become a beckon of hope to people leaving with HIV/AIDS. Through her nonprofit organization Daria Kayitesi Safe Space, she is championing a safe environment free from stigmatization for those leaving with HIV/AIDS. In this chat with Project Inspire Africa, she tells her story of trial and triumph. Can we meet you? My name is Namutebi Ruth Elizabeth, a 29-year-old freelance architectural draftswoman with six years of experience. I have worked with seven reputable companies making me capable of structural designs, hands-on drafting, site investigations and supervisions. I am single, never been married and without children born, raised and living within the capital city of Uganda, Kampala.As a seasoned draftswoman, I am very passionate about motivational speaking and HIV/AIDS advocacy which I carry out in schools, churches, rotary clubs etc driven by the need and desire to help people living w...

Determined to create a different experience for children in rural communities, Teacher Swanta has been championing equal access to quality education in Northern Nigeria. Today she shares her journey with Project_Inspire  PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you?   Teacher Swanta : I am Swanta Blessing Bonat popularly known as Teacher Swanta. A 32-year-old Atyap girl from Southern Kaduna of Northwest Nigeria. I am the 4th of 6 children. I am a certified and licensed teacher with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria and have worked in eight schools spread across Plateau State, Kaduna State, Kebbi State and the FCT in the capacity of a Class Assistant, a Class Teacher, House Mistress, Hostel Administrator, School Administrator and School Manager respectively. I am also a nomad teacher, education consultant, rural education activist and have serve on the board of Thinking Cap Literacy Initiative. I currently live and work in Kafanchan as Executive Director of Community Outreach f...

Hillya Mwatiledu is a 29-year-old Namibian citizen encouraging young girls to embrace education as a tool to reach their potentials. In this interview with Project Inspire Africa , Hillya shares about her work through Tulonga Foundation   Can we meet you? My name is Hillya Mwatiledu, a 29-year-old Namibian citizen. I grew up in a small town. I love reading, hiking and gardening. Tell us briefly your childhood experience. My childhood was such a beautiful experience. I come from a very close-knitted family which is why I treasure human connections. My mom sacrificed so much for us to be where we are today. She raised us to be independent thinkers that set their goals and achieve them. She has been that northern star in our lives. I am always nostalgic by the memories we have created together. What is your educational background? I obtained hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology at the University of Namibia. I am currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Global...

Driven by the desire to engineer better communities, Ogene Jude is initiating real conversations around menstrual health, inclusivity for people with special needs and the improvement of rural living. In this conversation with Project_Inspire, Jude tells his story.  PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you?    Jude : My name is Ogene Ogbodo Jude, 3rd born from a family of four, I hail from Neke in Isi Uzo Local Government Area of Enugu State.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Tell us briefly your childhood experience.   Jude : Growing up was never easy. I didn’t grow up in my state of origin and there were lots of discriminations in that area with about 95% of the population were subsistent farming. In the midst of these unfavorable circumstances, my parents kept inspiring me and my siblings to dream big.    PROJECT_INSPIRE : What’s your educational background?    Jude : I am a graduate of Political Science from University of Jos. I hold a Diploma in Law from the...

For many, living with a disability spells doom. However, this is different for Cameroonian Disability Advocate and Public Speaker, Cynthia Atemkeng. At 23, Cynthia is at the forefront of community development and inspiring persons living with disability to rise to the challenge of being the best version of themselves. In this interview with Project Inspire Africa, Cynthia tells her story. Can we meet you? I am Atemkeng Cynthia, a 23-years-old Cameroonian. Singing and acting are my favorite hobbies.   Tell us briefly your childhood experience. Growing up was not easy for me because I had a physical condition that made it difficult for me to move about and play like other children in the neighborhood. What’s your educational background? I began my educational journey at Government Primary School, Nguti. I then moved to Diligent Bilingual High School, Kumba for my secondary education. I hold a degree in Special Education from University of Buea, the pioneer Anglo-Saxon university in C...

The essence of communication is never to prove a point. Although a lot is achieved through communication, its primary purpose is to positively impact those who hear us. In the Holy Bible, it is clearly spelt out that we should be gracious in our speech because the goal of every conversation is to bring out the best in others, not to put them down nor cut them out. In relating with children and young people, parents, guardians, mentors and teachers must bear in mind this goal. Without being intentional about communicating to build, you will tear down the lives God has put under your custody to nurture. I know of a 16-years-old teenager who committed suicide as a birthday gift to her mother. One may wonder what formed that child’s orientation and brought her to such a dangerous conclusion. Her suicide note revealed the underlying factor. The mother had always blamed her for her dad leaving them. In fact, the mother described the day she was born as the day happiness left her. It is not d...

In 2020, I had the privilege of moderating an SDGs Decent Jobs Summit where I met the Executive Director of RED Foundation,Ozor Ugonna. During our conversation,I shared with him my non-profit organization's vision of providing textbooks for secondary school students in rural communities in 2021in Enugu State. I know from my experience in the nonprofit sector that until we get interventions to those who truly need them,we will waste both time and resources. In the days ahead after our meeting,I kept the communication lines open with Mr.Ugonna and later went to officially meet with his team at one of their staffs meeting in another Local Government Area different from my operation base to finalize plans.  Busaosowo Foundation didn't have to go about looking for which school was best for our intervention,RED Foundation as an already existing organization in that community knew better.  Two schools were identified and we implemented the first phase of the GIFT A CHILD A TEXTBOOK C...

Recipient of the celebrated Noble Citizen Award,New Delhi and the Outstanding Senior Secondary Teacher Award,Bangkok; Angolan civic leadership enthusiast Arlindon Caiomba has remained a voice to reckon with in Angola. Through StandBright Foundation and the Bright Talks event,he brings together more than 1000 participants yearly, promoting and stimulating the practice and use of all knowledge produced regionally and nationally for development. In this interview with Project Inspire Africa,Arlindo talks about his journey. Can we meet you? My name is Arlindo Caiombe. I am 28-years-old and I come from Angola. My hobbies are reading, listening to motivational speeches, surfing the internet and cooking. Tell us briefly your childhood experience. I had a difficult childhood due to the civil war in my country as at the time I was born. I didn’t have the luxury of time and security to play around or visit friends and relatives. The war was really a bad experience for a child of my age. What’s y...