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Who We Are
Speakers for Africa is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit partnering with communities in Uganda to strengthen schools and expand opportunities for vulnerable students. With more than 25 years of trusted relationships in the region and leadership equally based between Uganda and the United States, we deliver community-driven solutions rooted in local insight and supported by global resources. We go beyond support—we amplify student voices, giving them the platform to be heard and the opportunity to truly Speak for Africa.
Providing Measurable Impact to Vulnerable Students in Uganda Since 2020
12,500+
MEALS PROVIDED
Nutrition programs & school gardens
44
STUDENT ATHLETES
Boys & girls soccer and volleyball teams
1,583
STUDENTS IMPACTED
Education, sanitation, nutrition and infrastructure programs across three schools
400
SANITATION & HYGIENE
Pit latrines & female hygiene
250
STUDENTS WITH DESKS
Classroom repairs & learning support
What It Means to
Be a Speaker for Africa?
Advocacy in action—empowering Ugandan students to find their voice, overcome barriers to education, and lead their future.
OUR PROJECTS DRIVE REAL IMPACT
30%+
Increase in School Attendance
WHY
WE’RE
DIFFERENT
Community-led solutions
Transparent, real-time reporting
Student advocacy at the core
We don’t speak for Africa—we amplify student voices. By working directly with local communities, we identify real barriers to education and implement practical solutions. Through transparency and real-time updates, supporters see exactly how their impact helps students stay in school and advocate for their future.
Barriers to Education Are Real—
But So Is the Impact
Many students in Uganda want an education but face daily barriers like unsafe sanitation, hunger, and overcrowded classrooms. Your support removes barriers like poor sanitation and limited resources—empowering students in Uganda to stay in school, advocate for themselves, and build their future.
DEFICIENT SANITATION: UNUSABLE SCHOOL BATHROOMS
Poor sanitation in rural Uganda forces students to use nearby bushes instead of safe toilets. This lack of dignified facilities increases disease risk and causes frequent school absence.
Students at Rwakobo Primary School in rural Uganda now attend school with dignity and safety. Clean facilities protect their health and restore hope for the future.
New Pit Latrine and Handwashing Station
UNSUSTAINABLE
FOOD SUPPLY: NO GARDENS OR FARMS
Hunger and poor nutrition disrupts daily learning. Without sustainable school gardens or reliable food programs, many students struggle to attend class consistently.
Student-led Gardening
and Sustainability Programs
Today, student-led garden programs help children grow their own food while building confidence, life skills, and improving school attendance.
BROKEN SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE: UNSAFE CLASSROOMS AND KITCHEN
Overcrowded classrooms and unsafe kitchen facilities limit effective learning. Inadequate infrastructure makes it difficult for schools to provide daily meals and provide a safe learning environment.
In under two weeks, repairs transformed the school kitchen into a safer space for daily meals and learning. Students now benefit from a renovated kitchen, new plates and bowls, and handwashing stations.
FULLY RENOVATED SCHOOL KITCHEN
What your support creates
Because of your support, students can receive:
Sanitation & Hygiene
Students can attend school with dignity
Daily Meals & Improved Nutrition
Improved attendance and focus
Better Classrooms
Learning Materials
A safe place to learn and grow
Empowered Youth
Teen Leadership
Vulnerable students now have a voice
Trusted by businesses and community partners
We proudly recognize and promote the businesses that help us expand education and sanitation access for vulnerable students in Uganda.
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Connecting Communities Across Continents
We are building meaningful connections between students in Uganda and communities in Colorado—creating opportunities to learn, engage, and grow together.
Beyond the classroom, we connect youth in Uganda and Colorado through arts, sports, and cultural exchange—building confidence, understanding, and community.
DANCE
Through dance, youth in Uganda and Colorado connect—building confidence, cultural understanding, and opportunity.
SPORTS
Sports keep students engaged in school—building discipline, confidence, and a path toward a stronger future.
MUSIC
Music gives students a voice—connecting cultures and empowering youth to express who they are.
WASH and Education
Lack of clean water, proper sanitation and hygiene is a major barrier to education.
When students lack safe toilets or access to basic menstrual products, attending school becomes difficult and inconsistent. Addressing these challenges is essential to ensuring every child has the opportunity to learn in a safe, dignified environment.
SANITATION = EDUCATION
Barriers to education are widespread in Uganda, with inadequate sanitation standing as one of the most critical challenges facing students today.
In 2024, we responded by constructing a four-stance pit latrine built to serve students for over 20 years.
In just one year, student attendance increased by 30%—a clear example of how improving sanitation directly strengthens education.
We Work Fast —
Watch Your Donation as it Happens
Once our board approves a project, we act quickly and share our progress along the way. In just two weeks, we transformed this school kitchen for $1,500—demonstrating how effective and reliable targeted support can be.
There's still a lot to do for this school. Read our plan for the next phase.
Want to support Africa—but unsure where to start or who to trust?
Redefining How To Support Africa
Every contribution supports transparent, measurable progress for students in Uganda.
Receive near real-time updates and clear reporting so you can see exactly where your support goes and who it helps.
There are many meaningful ways to get involved beyond donating—be part of something bigger.
Current Events (Spring 2026)
7 MARCH 2026
An Evening
to Empower Fundraiser
Join us for an evening of Italian cuisine, live music, and real impact at Bistro Del Lago in Evergreen, Colorado. Proceeds fund clean water access, improving education, and strengthening opportunities for vulnerable students in Uganda.
APRIL 2026
Rainwater Harvesting & Roof Rehabilitation – Exodus Primary School
This project installs a rainwater collection system and completes roof repairs at Exodus Primary School, providing reliable water access, improved sanitation, and a safer learning environment.
March 2026
Building Safe Sanitation for Students
This project supports the construction of safe, durable latrines for schools in Uganda. By improving sanitation infrastructure, we help prevent disease, protect student dignity, and create a healthier, more secure learning environment for every child.
4 APRIL 2026
Blue Sky Showcase House Concert Hosted by John Erlandson and Boogie Benefits
John and Pandora Erlandson’s annual Blue Sky Showcase House Concert, hosted in partnership with Boogie Benefits, selected Speakers for Africa as this year’s beneficiary.
APRIL 2026
Donor Digest
Vol. 2
Speakers for Africa is making measurable progress in 2026, improving the lives of vulnerable students across Uganda. With over $14,000 raised in Q1, support is expanding clean water access, improving classrooms, and creating safer, healthier learning environments.
