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Following a Beneficiary's Educational Journey: Yealie's Academic Progress

  • Joseph reviewing a beneficiary's report sheet, Sierra Leone, 2026
  • Aminata receiving a beneficiary's report sheet, Develop Africa, 2026
  • Joseph reviewing Yealie's report sheet, Develop Africa, 2026

Joseph, reviewing Yeale's report sheet, Develop Africa, 2026

 

At Develop Africa Sierra Leone (DASL), supporting a child's education also means following their progress throughout their educational journey.

Building Meaningful Connections Between Sponsors and Beneficiaries

  • Marina writing a letter to her sponsor, Develop Africa, 2026
  • Aminata - Staff, reviewing Marina's letter to her sponsor, Develop Africa, 2026

Marina writing a letter to her sponsor, Develop Africa, 2026

 

At Develop Africa Sierra Leone (DASL), sponsorship goes beyond providing financial and educational support. We also create opportunities for sponsors and beneficiaries to communicate and build meaningful connections.

Swing FORE Change: 2026 Golf Tournament Raises Vital Funds for Sierra Leone

  • Aminata, Mo Sanu's mother speaking at the Swing FORE Change 2026
  • Scene from the Swing FORE Change 2026
  • Display of various art at the Swing FORE Change 2026
  • Mo Sanu giving speech at the Swing FORE Change 2026
  • Mo Sanu and Sylvester at the Swing FORE Change 2026

On Monday, July 20, 2026, golf enthusiasts, community leaders, and supporters gathered at the picturesque Echelon Golf Club in Alpharetta, GA, for the annual Swing FORE Change Golf Tournament.

SolarBuddy Distributions Across Sierra Leone

  • Kids with SolarBuddy Lamp at The Assembly of God Church - Sierra Leone, July 2026
  • Sylvester Renner, Founder and President of Develop Africa holding a SolarBuddy lamp - July 2026
  • Staff packing SolarBuddy lamps - Develop Africa Sierra Leone, July 2026
  • SolarBuddy lamp on a table - Sierra Leone, July 2026
  • Kid with SolarBuddy lamp and a note - Sierra Leone July, 2026
  • Staff distributing SolarBuddy lamps to kids - Sierra Leone - July 2026
  • Kids with SolarBuddy lamps at REC primary School, Sierra Leone - July 2026
  • Staff distributing SolarBuddy lamps to kids - Sierra Leone - July 2026
  • Kids with SolarBuddy lamps - Sierra Leone, July 2026
  • Kids with SolarBuddy lamps - Sierra Leone, July 2026
  • A student with SolarBuddy lamp - Sierra Leone, July 2026

Bringing Safe Solar Lighting to Students Across Sierra Leone

 

SolarBuddy Lights the Way for Learners at Assembly of God Church

  • Kid with SolarBuddy lamp and a note - Sierra Leone July, 2026
  • Girl receiving SolarBuddy lamp - Sierra Leone July, 2026
  • Kamara holding SolarBuddy lamp - Sierra Leone July, 2026
  • Kids with SolarBuddy lamp - Sierra Leone July, 2026
  • Shalina, University student holding a SolarBuddy lamp - Sierra Leone July, 2026

A single solar light can do more than illuminate a room. It can open the door to learning, confidence, and opportunity.

Through the partnership between SolarBuddy and Develop Africa, children, students, and families at Assembly of God Church in Sierra Leone received solar study lights to help them continue learning after sunset.


 

Empowering Teachers with Essential Digital Skills

  • FAWE Teachers in Computer Training Workshop

Strong schools begin with empowered teachers. When educators have the skills and confidence to use technology effectively, they can create more engaging learning experiences and better prepare their students for the future.

Thanks in part to your generous support, Develop Africa Sierra Leone recently partnered with FAWE School for Girls to provide a two-day basic computer training program for teachers at the school's computer lab.

SolarBuddy Lights Arrive in Sierra Leone to Help Students Study Safely After Dark

  • Volunteer packing SolarBuddy lamps in a bucket - Sierra Leone
  • Thomascia, beneficiary packing SolarBuddy lamps - Sierra Leone
  • Staff packing SolarBuddy lamps - Sierra Leone
  • SolarBuddy lamps in a bucket - Sierra Leone
  • Solar Buddy Lamp On A Table - Sierra Leone
  • Sylvester Renner, Founder and President of Develop Africa holding a SolarBuddy lamp

Sylvester Renner, Founder and President of Develop Africa Holding A Solar Buddy Lamp

 

Reliable lighting is something many people take for granted. Yet for thousands of families across Sierra Leone, the loss of electricity or the absence of a reliable power supply is part of daily life.

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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!