Project Inspire Africa

When we(Busaosowo Foundation) launched Africa Development Series(ADS) in September of 2020,one of our concerns was finding the right speakers to bring on board for each cohort. Our team has continued to give its best in sourcing for the right speakers in the last one year.  We have done it again this time as we are set to host the 5th Cohort on the 14th and 15th September 2021 by 4pm Nigerian Time. If you are an NGO leader anywhere in Africa,join us as we inspire ourselves to create real and measurable impacts. Register now: http://bit.ly/adscohort5

Actions they say speak louder than words. In the face of the unemployment crisis in Africa, Christopher Christian is breaking barriers and connecting graduates with employment opportunities in Botswana. In this interview with Project Inspire Africa, Christian shares his story of hope and impact. Can we meet you? I am Christopher Christian Seagateng. I am 33 years old, a citizen of Botswana. My hobbies are reading, writing, dancing, singing and travelling. Tell us briefly your childhood experience . Growing up, I was always fascinated by people around me who brought change even in its smallest form. This developed in me a yearning to drive change as I started to question uncommon occurrences in my community. It was inevitable that my career path would lead me to youth empowerment activism and leadership where I enjoy bringing out the best from young people whilst I gain growth from their personal experience. As the first child in a family of five, I learnt to take the lead and charge of...

As we continue to battle the activities of scammers in Nigeria, Ayanfeoluwa Goodness is encouraging youths to deploy digital skills towards problem solving instead of fraud. In this interview with Project_Inspire,Goodness brings us into world. PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you? Goodness : My name is Ayanfeoluwa Goodness. PROJECT_INSPIRE : Tell us briefly your childhood experience. Goodness  : I was born and raised in Ekiti State. I had a wonderful childhood being an introvert and a pastor’s kid.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : What’s your educational background?    Goodness : I attended College of Education Staff School and Amoye Grammar School all in Ekiti State for my primary and secondary school education. I am currently an undergraduate at the University of Ibadan pursuing a bachelor’s degree in.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : What are your contributions towards making Nigeria a better place?  Goodness : Looking around, I noticed that a lot of young people who are tal...

Every three months, we gather together 20-30 youths leading change in 11 African Countries for idea sharing, collaboration and skills development. Cohort 5 of the Africa Development Series holds from 14-15th September,2021; 4pm Nigerian Time. If you are an NGO leader, this opportunity is for you. Register Now bit.ly/adscohort5

As founder of Destiny Scholarship Trust,Chiedza Juru continues to advocate for quality education and support young Zimbabweans to pursue their dreams unhindered. In this chat with Project Inspire Africa,Chiezda sheds light into her journey . Can we meet you? My name is Chiedza Juru, a 31-year old Zimbabwean and Founder of Destiny Scholarship Trust. I also double as a founding trustee of Institute of Chartered Accountants Vimbiso Scholarship Trust. My hobbies are reading and farming. Tell us briefly your childhood experience . I was raised in a family of four children, in a small town called Masvingo. My late father was an educated and disciplined man who valued education. He always emphasized the importance of education and the doors it could open for us. He would make sure that our school fees were paid on time and would be waiting for the school report at the end of each term. My mother who comes from Lesotho, was a teacher and a great giver who also valued education. My father pass...

From pain to purpose,Audrey Mukoro have defied all odds against her and is today living a life that inspires hope in others. Through Audrey Sickle Cell Foundation,she has become a beacon of hope in the sickle cell community supporting people living with sickle cell to live better lives. In this interview with Project_Inspire, Audrey talks about her journey     PROJECT_INSPIRE : Can we meet you?   Audrey : My name is Audrey Mukoro, a 36-year-old teacher and social entrepreneur residing in Delta State.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : Tell us briefly your childhood experience. Audrey : My childhood was an interesting one; it was a mixture of pampering and bullying all at the same time. I was pampered by my parents and loved ones while the bullying came from my peers who felt I was getting too much attention. I was diagnosed with sickle cell disorder at three years of age. This is the reason why I was treated very gently by my family.   PROJECT_INSPIRE : What’s your educ...

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...