Access to education in Uganda remains a significant challenge for many children, especially those in underserved communities. This post examines the obstacles students face—from inadequate facilities to financial and social barriers—and highlights locally driven solutions that are transforming schools and empowering young learners. As Giving Tuesday and Colorado Gives Day approach, discover how your support can help break these barriers and create lasting educational opportun

Every year, as Thanksgiving approaches, we reflect on the many blessings that enrich our lives. Among these blessings, the unwavering generosity of our donors stands out as a beacon of hope and progress. Their support for education in Uganda has transformed countless lives, especially the youth who represent the future of the nation. This post honors that generosity and shares the profound impact it has made. The Power of Giving: How Donors Shape Futures- That's Why We are Th

In too many classrooms across Uganda, children are forced to sit on the bare ground as they try to learn. At the Uganda Youth Aid Nursery and Primary School  in Kampala, this has been the reality for far too long. In February 2025 , thanks to your generous support, we built 20 sturdy wooden desks  for these eager young learners. In August , we added another 12 desks —each one transforming the way a classroom looks and feels. Today, the finish line is in sight. Only 18 desks r

On Sunday, February 16, 2025 , a dedicated team of five volunteers from Speakers for Africa  will depart from Evergreen, Colorado, for a...

With only two weeks left before our fundraiser, we are happy that things are going well. Many now know all about Speakers for Africa and...

Speakers for Africa’s Vision, Mission and Objectives.

Speakers for Africa was established in May 2023 through the solid belief that we, Penny Randell and Peyton Thomas could make a valuable...

Thanks to our compassionate and generous donors, this year we were able to provide the Uganda Youth Aid Nursery and Primary School with...

Helping vulnerable students in Uganda have better access to education.

I’m coming home. Brussels Airlines went on strike and canceled my flight home so I took advantage and made Speakers For Africa bigger and...

“If you give a man a fish, you feed him for a day. If you teach a man to fish, you feed him for a lifetime.” The proverb's origin is...

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