Africa

EDC advances literacy and math skills, develops workforce readiness, and strengthens public health programs across the continent.

Africa

Overview

Tailored to regional needs, our initiatives support youth employment through livelihood programs, utilize technology and practical learning tools, and address critical public health challenges such as HIV/AIDS and substance misuse.

Through the USAID Youth Advance Project, we partner with local youth-serving organizations (YSLOs) and employers to increase the economic self-reliance and resilience of Liberian youth. The NASA-funded Global Observations to Benefit the Environment Program (GLOBE) promotes scientific literacy and citizen science in 27 countries. Our LEGO Foundation-funded Learning through Play with Technology (Tech & Play) research collaborative introduces innovative learning methods in classrooms in Kenya and Rwanda. We also equip youth with critical skills—such as teamwork, communication, and entrepreneurship—creating pathways to future employment.

Partnerships in Africa

Featured Project

USAID South Sudan Youth Empowerment Activity

This work aimed to improve access to functional skills so that youth in South Sudan could lead healthier lives, generate an income, and contribute to the social cohesion of their communities.

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USAID South Sudan Youth Empowerment Activity

USAID Kenya Primary Literacy Program

The USAID Kenya Primary Literacy Program (KPLP) enhanced early literacy by improving classroom instruction, training teachers, and providing learning materials for all 23,300 public primary schools across Kenya.

LEGO Foundation: Scaling Learning through Play with Technology Research Collaborative

This Collaborative brings together research and implementation partners to work in Brazil, Kenya, and Rwanda to (1) increase our knowledge about the benefits of LtP with technology in diverse national contexts and (2) enable the establishment of sustainable LtP with technology programs.

Senegal Programme de Formation Professionnelle et d’Insertion (PFPI)

This project aims to facilitate access to dignified and fulfilling work for young Senegalese in various education tracks, including technical and vocational education and training, middle school, higher education, and apprenticeships.

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Our Purpose

We work with partners worldwide to advance every person’s journey to learn, work, and be well.

Learn

Ignite curiosity to explore, question, and unlock innovation

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Work

Develop economic opportunities that drive progress

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Be Well

Build foundations for resilient, thriving communities

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