Posts Tagged:Tanzania

Empowering Women and Girls in STEM

by ACT

“Research shows that diversity improves problem solving, productivity, innovation and ultimately the bottom line – we need the female perspective in technology.” – Regina Honu, CEO of Soronko Academy Throughout history, numerous women have made groundbreaking contributions to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), paving the way for future generations. Among them was Marie Curie,…



They have a right to an Education

by ACT

“Education is the great engine of personal development.”  –  Nelson Mandela Human Rights Day, observed on December 10th, marks the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948.  This landmark document affirms the inherent rights and freedoms every individual is entitled to, including the fundamental…



Empowering Futures Through Sponsorship

by ACT

“Children are the world’s most valuable resource and its best hope for the future.” (John F. Kennedy) Globally, 244 million children lack access to education, with many of them living in African countries. For these children, education is not a guarantee. Poverty, illness, and the absence of family support often obstruct their ability to reach…



Climbing Kilimanjaro to Raise Funds for Disadvantaged Children and Orphans in Tanzania

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Every person has it in them the potential to transform this world and people into a better place” – June Clare Bugenyi Located in north-eastern Tanzania, Mt. Kilimanjaro, standing nearly 6,000 metres (6 Km) above sea level, is the highest peak in Africa. The climb to the summit of Kilimanjaro is tough and filled with…



Eid Mubarak from everyone at ACT!

by ACT

This week Muslims across the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan and a month of fasting. At ACT we are proud to recognise the cultural and religious diversity in the communities that we operate, which is why we would like to say Eid Mubarak to all of our Muslim supporters and we…



My unforgettable volunteering experience with ACT

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My name is Domna Fournaraki, and I’ve had the good fortune of experiencing the entire cycle of how African Child Trust (ACT) works and operates in the UK and in Africa, first as a placement student and then as an international volunteer in Africa. The journey started In September 2022 when I arrived in London…