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A CHANNEL TO EDUCATION AND OPPORTUNITIES

Who We Are
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WHO WE ARE

MISSION

 

  • To accelerate access to education for students in Africa through the effective mobilization of innovation, relationships, and resources.

VISION

 

  • To be part of the solution in empowering the young generation in Africa from disadvantaged communities to have access to further education and enhance their skills for a better tomorrow. 

 

  • Every student will be prepared for life after high school, whether the choice is to attend university or to obtain technical and vocational training.

Beliefs

OUR BELIEF STATEMENTS

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EQUITY FOR ALL

We believe every individual deserves access to a high standard of education. 

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MULTIPLE PATHWAYS

We believe in assisting students to access the various post-secondary and career pathways available to them. 

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INNOVATION

We believe in investing in the young generation as the future drivers of innovation and economic growth.

Our Model

OUR MODEL

To harness the power of a collaborative approach, leading to understanding each other’s views and values, allowing different generations to increase their sense of awareness of one another.

 

This, in turn, will provide a platform for students who have been able to complete their higher education or training and start their professional careers, to support other students as an act of appreciation and acknowledgement.

Why Education?
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WHY EDUCATION

Education forms the foundation for preparing the next generation of future leaders. 

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"Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world". - Nelson Mandela

JUST RELEASED: ANNUAL REPORT 2022/2023

Delve into our 2022/2023 journey. Discover impactful stories, financial accountability, and our vision ahead. Your support makes our mission possible. Together, we are empowering students in need of higher education funding.

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Donate to unlock the power of education for aspiring students!

Our work is powered by the generous philanthropic support of passionate advocates for learning like you. Connect with us at info@africawetufoundation.org to learn more about how you can get involved and support our work.

Donate in international currency. 

The Africa Wetu Foundation (AWF) is supported by the generosity of our donors. Your one-time or monthly donation allows each striving student to receive support for scholarships.

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OTHER WAYS TO DONATE

We appreciate your investment in the future of the young individuals we aim to support, and want to make it as simple as possible for you to join us on this journey.

Donate via direct EFT
 

OUR BANKING DETAILS

Account Name: The Africa Wetu Foundation- NPC

Bank: First National Bank (FNB)  |  Account Number: 62868935192

Branch Code: 250555  |  Branch: Promenade Mall

SWIFT Code: FIRNZAJJ  

Donations within South Africa are eligible for tax exemption.

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2024Bursary winners

2024 BURSARY RECIPIENTS

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Uzair Basardien

Mechanical Engineering (CPUT)

With a strong academic record and an impressive background of practical experience, Uzair is a third-year student in Mechanical Engineering at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) in Cape Town.

Uzair’s ultimate goal is to become a well-rounded and skilled mechanical engineer, working on innovative and challenging projects that will allow him to utilize his technical and leadership abilities while making a meaningful contribution to his field. His passion for his area of study, motivation, and commitment are only a few of the excellent qualities that supported his successful bursary application at the AWF. We are proud of his achievements and excited for what the future holds!

2022 BURSARY RECIPIENTS

Lerys Hendricks

MA Urban Design (UCT)

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Research intention: Don’t Waste Africa (How does Africa deal with waste?) – The research aims to investigate waste management by mapping five cities in five different countries, in an attempt to understand how waste affects these areas. Africa has the ability to solve its own ‘waste problems’ by learning from ‘waste solutions’ in neighbouring African countries.

Lerys is a well-spoken and confident individual who has braved a career change: after completing her degree in architecture, she acquired professional experience in her field for a few years and subsequently decided to upskill and specialise in Urban Design.

 

She believes that the design of cities is very crucial for the future development of Africa – our continent is urbanizing at a rapid pace, and Urban Design is vital in helping to solve complex issues to improve the functionality and liveability of its cities.  She hopes that an AWF bursary will help her realize her goals.

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MEET THE TEAM

Our team members have been carefully selected for their unique and impeccable skills and experience volunteering for other charitable causes. Together we share a desire to see the lives of young South Africans improve through access to education.

Leadership Team

Board Members

Contact Us

CONTACT US

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We appreciate your interest in Africa Wetu Foundation. 

General Inquiries:

Email: info@africawetufoundation.org

Tel: + 27 87 148 9444

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