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Community-Led Development: What’s Holding It Back and How We Fix It
Economic Topics & Microfinance Dec 13, 2025
Introduction Community-led development is important for empowering local communities, enabling them to actively participate in shaping their future. However, numerous barriers often impede the progress of such initiatives. In this article, we… Read More
Do NGOs / INGOs strengthen or weaken government systems in developing nations?
Technology & Education Dec 12, 2025
  A tricky question and one with no easy answers. Non-governmental organizations and their international counterparts have played significant roles in bridging the gaps in areas where governments have been lax. If you think about poverty eradication… Read More
Bridging the Educational Gap: The Vital Role of Extra Classes in Sierra Leone
Technology & Education Oct 30, 2025
Introduction Education is the cornerstone of development, yet in many regions, systemic challenges hinder students from reaching their full potential. In Sierra Leone, where the education system faces structural weaknesses, extra classes have become… Read More
How One Man’s Vision Became a Lifeline for Thousands of African Youths
Children in Africa Oct 03, 2025
  When I was invited to share my story during an interview, I did not expect it to prompt such profound reflection. The questions brought back memories of the early struggle, the first door that opened, and the vision that kept me going. That… Read More
10 Meaningful Ways to Support a Charity Without Spending Money
Children in Africa Sep 19, 2025
Dear Supporters, At Develop Africa, we sincerely appreciate every form of support that comes our way, whether it is financial contributions, volunteer work, or advocacy efforts. We understand that not everyone can donate money, but there are… Read More
ONShine Africa and Develop Africa: Opening Doors Through Education and Empowerment
Technology & Education Sep 19, 2025
Across Africa, countless children wake up each day with a dream—to learn, to grow, and to build a better tomorrow. Yet for many, the lack of basic school supplies, safe classrooms, or access to technology places these dreams out of reach. Through… Read More
The Key to Breaking The Cycle of Poverty
Children in Africa Sep 16, 2025
    Dear Supporters, Did you know that Sierra Leone is grappling with one of the highest poverty rates globally? Over 50% of its population lives below the poverty line, facing immense challenges daily. At the heart of this struggle lies a lack of… Read More
Closing the Gap: Examining Malaria Prevention and Mosquito Net Usage in Africa
Disease & Disaster Sep 15, 2025
INTRODUCTION Malaria kills more than 400,000 individuals each year in tropical regions of the globe. (Vandana & David, 2021). It is a life-threatening disease that affects millions of people worldwide, particularly in tropical and subtropical… Read More
How Sports Help Empower African Youth
Children in Africa Sep 11, 2025
   From the point of another youth i see that sports can have a significant impact on how african children view certain things and can lead to growth of children from a young age, because i believe from being a kid myself that kids… Read More
A Classroom With No Pencils - How Develop Africa enables education
Technology & Education, Children in Africa Sep 09, 2025
Imagine sitting in a classroom with no pencils, paper or textbooks. This scenario is the reality for thousands of children in Sierra Leone.  Families are having to choose between buying school supplies and buying food.  When families are… Read More

Make a Difference Today: Donate to the Year of the Pencil Campaign

On November 20th, this movement placed over 100,000 pencils into the hands 

of children across Sierra Leone in 20 schools.

Each pencil tells a story — of hope, opportunity, and possibility. 

Education is more than lessons — it’s liberation.

Every $25 helps children write their dreams. 

👉 Help provide pencils by donating today!