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  • Working with young people in sub-Saharan Africa

    Working with young people in sub-Saharan Africa

    Working with young people in sub-Saharan Africa

  • Turning Knowledge Into Action

    Turning Knowledge Into Action

    Turning Knowledge Into Action

  • Transforming Education

    Transforming Education

    Transforming Education

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Our Vision

High-quality education in sub-Saharan Africa that enables young people to achieve their ambitions and strengthens society. 

Examples of our work

Scholarship Impact Millions of people across the world's youngest continent are at risk of missing out on furthering their education and getting decent jobs. University and college scholarships are on the rise. Yet, they need to change dramatically to become more inclusive, focused on impact, and reach a significant amount of young people to help solve this challenge. In the wake of COVID-19, the situation is ever more urgent.
Women Leading

Latest Additions

Isla Woman: My Entrepreneurial Journey Krista Cecille Samson; ESSA's Research and Communications Assistant
Impact of COVID-19 on Tertiary Education in Sub-Saharan Africa Report
Seasons Greetings from ESSA By Lucy Heady, CEO of ESSA
ESSA, AAU and WEG launch the African Jobs Board
Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women Conquering Battles in Ghana’s 2020 Elections By Ekow Tachie-Mensah, ESSA Communications Assistant
Top 4 Lessons from the COVID-19 Response for University and College Faculty By Samuel Agyapong; ESSA Evidence, Impact & Learning Manager

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