
Africa has made remarkable progress for girls’ education. Now to address the most stubborn remaining barriers
As 2030 approaches, It is important to recall Africa’s access to education story, one of both remarkable progress and unfinished

As 2030 approaches, It is important to recall Africa’s access to education story, one of both remarkable progress and unfinished

By Dr. Martha R. L. Muhwezi, Executive Director, FAWE Africa Africa has spent decades discussing the importance of education. The
MONROVIA, Liberia – From 26 to 29 May, a joint monitoring visit for the FAWE/Mastercard Foundation Phase II Program took
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – The monitoring mission for the FAWE/Mastercard Foundation Phase II Program in Ethiopia officially commenced with a
BRAZZAVILLE, Republic of Congo – From 25 to 29 May 2026, FAWE participated in the African Development Bank Group Annual
DAKAR, Senegal – From 20 to 21 May, FAWE Senegal successfully convened its Triennial General Assembly and Board Induction, marking
FAWENA joined UNICEF and the Office of the First Spouse in a high-level meeting to support preparations for the upcoming
ACCRA, Ghana – From 11 to 15 May, FAWE Ghana proudly joined the Mastercard Foundation in Ghana and other strategic
LUSAKA, Zambia – On 21 May, with support from the Mastercard Foundation, FAWE Zambia (FAWEZA) conducted the Extended Orientation Programme
In September, FAWE Nigeria will celebrate thirty years of unwavering commitment, action, and impact in advancing girls’ and women’s education,
Investing in Her Future: Accelerating gender-transformative education for African girls through sustainable financing and innovation.
The journey begins