The African Education Program (AEP)

06/05/2026

A total of 83 students, including those in the Read for Rose Special Education Program at our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, are currently benefiting from digital learning through our partnership with Tablets For Kids.

With access to tablets and Mwabu Education Zambia's impactful learning platform, students are able to strengthen their learning in interactive and engaging ways that build confidence and curiosity in the classroom.

Technology continues to play an important role in helping children access quality education, especially when paired with supportive teachers and safe learning spaces.

06/04/2026

At the African Education Program, we believe that investing in women is an investment in stronger families, thriving businesses, and more resilient communities.

We are proud to celebrate six women from the 12th Cohort of the Women’s Business Training at our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, the Amos Youth Centre, who recently received small business grants to help grow or launch their businesses.

This opportunity was made possible through a partnership with Rubis Energy Zambia. These grants represent more than financial assistance. They provide women with the tools, confidence, and encouragement to turn their ideas into sustainable sources of income that can support their children and uplift their households. From tailoring and food sales to small market stands, these entrepreneurs are already applying the skills they gained through the program, including budgeting, bookkeeping, customer service, and business management.

06/01/2026

At the African Education Program, we are proud to recognize the life-changing impact of the Reproductive Health Access Initiative (RHAI) at our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, made possible through the support of Hologic.

For many girls and young women in Zambia, access to reproductive health education, menstrual products, and accurate health information can determine whether they stay in school, protect their health, and pursue their future with confidence. The Amos Youth Centre (AYC) is helping expand access to menstrual health education, reproductive health services, HIV/AIDS awareness, and safe spaces where girls can ask questions openly and without shame. These efforts are directly contributing to stronger school attendance, increased confidence, and healthier outcomes for young women across the community.

We believe that investing in the health of girls is an investment in the future of families, communities, and Zambia itself. We are deeply grateful to Hologic for standing alongside local leaders and helping ensure that girls have the support they need to thrive.

Catch the latest AYC Letters blog to learn more: https://www.amosyouthcentre.org/blog/2026/05/18/menstrual-health-awareness-month

This is the story of Margret and her mother. A story about what happens when education, access, and open conversation enter a home, and how two women, one generation apart, found dignity, confidence, and each other through the menstrual health program at Amos Youth Centre.

05/28/2026

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we are reminded that access to menstrual health products is not just about hygiene. It is about dignity, confidence, and a girl’s right to stay in school and reach her full potential.

At our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, locally named the Amos Youth Centre (AYC), girls like Carol are proof of what becomes possible when period poverty is addressed. After receiving a menstrual cup and reusable pads through AYC, Carol has been able to continue her education without the interruptions and anxiety she once faced during her menstrual cycle.

For too many girls across Zambia and Sub-Saharan Africa, a lack of menstrual health support still leads to missed classes, lower academic performance, and lost opportunities. That is why AYC continues to invest in menstrual health education, access to reusable products, and safe spaces where girls can learn, grow, and thrive with confidence.

When we support girls’ menstrual health, we are supporting their education, leadership, and future.

05/28/2026

At our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, sport is about far more than competition. It is a powerful tool for education, mentorship, health awareness, and community development.

Recently, 120 boys and girls came together with the local team at the Amos Youth Centre for a Sports Day filled with football, netball, teamwork, and learning. But beyond the games, the day created a safe space for important conversations around HIV/AIDS awareness, healthy choices, confidence, and peer support.

Across Africa, sport continues to play a critical role in youth development. It helps young people build discipline, leadership, resilience, communication skills, and a sense of belonging. For many youth, especially those growing up in underserved communities, sports programs also provide safe environments where they can access mentorship, life skills education, and trusted adults who encourage them to dream bigger for their futures.

05/27/2026

Florence is turning determination into opportunity.

As a graduate of the 12th Cohort of the Women’s Business Training at our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, Florence now operates a small food stand that helps provide for her family while serving her community.

Raising three children enrolled in the Amos Youth Centre holistic program model, Florence understands that empowering women is about far more than income. It is about creating stability at home, building confidence, and opening doors for the next generation. Her children often spend time helping at the stand after school, witnessing firsthand the power of persistence and entrepreneurship.

Participants of the Women’s Business Training are gaining the tools, knowledge, and confidence to grow sustainable livelihoods, with graduates reporting an average 80% increase in profits. When women have access to opportunity, families become stronger and communities become more resilient.

05/26/2026

Not every young person’s path leads to college or university, and that is why vocational skills training is so important in creating opportunities for long-term independence and dignity.

At our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, locally named the Amos Youth Centre (AYC), Threads of Hope is helping turn practical skills into sustainable livelihoods. Located in Shikoswe Market and led by AYC alumna and skilled tailor Alice, the shop is more than a tailoring business. It is a powerful example of how hands-on vocational training can equip women and youth with the tools to earn an income, support their families, and build confidence in their futures.

Through Threads of Hope, high-quality handmade products such as dresses, uniforms, medical scrubs, reusable menstrual pads, curtains, tote bags, pillows, and more are created with care and creativity while also contributing to the long-term sustainability of AYC’s programs.

When communities invest in vocational skills like tailoring, they create pathways for young people who may not have access to higher education but still deserve the opportunity to thrive. Skills-based training empowers individuals to become entrepreneurs, creators, employers, and leaders within their own communities.

05/25/2026

Africa Freedom Day is celebrated today in Zambia and we asked Lindunda Kakaluka, Monitoring & Evaluation Manager at our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, to share what this day means to him.

“African Freedom Day, to me, is a reminder that Africa is more than its struggles, it is resilience, wisdom, beauty, and hope. It reminds me to be proud of my identity, my culture, my language, and the unity we share as Africans.

I believe our traditions and history must always be protected and respected because they carry the true identity of who we are. African Freedom Day is also a time to honor our forefathers who fought for our freedom and to make sure their sacrifices never go in vain.

Protect Africa. Celebrate Africa. Be proud to be African.”

At the African Education Program, we believe that investing in education, leadership, and opportunity is part of continuing the legacy of those who fought for Africa’s freedom. Through locally-led learning, community empowerment, and youth development, we are committed to helping young people shape the future of the continent with pride, purpose, and possibility.

05/22/2026

As Q1 2026 came to a close, the team at the Amos Youth Centre (AYC), our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, came together for a First Quarter Review focused on reflection, shared learning, and growth.

Across every department, staff shared not only the milestones achieved and the lives impacted, but also the lessons learned and the challenges faced along the way. Through Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), these moments become opportunities for collaboration, helping every team member better understand how each program contributes to AYC’s holistic model.

These review sessions are about more than reporting numbers. They create space for departments to learn from one another, strengthen accountability, and work together toward stronger outcomes for the children, youth, and families served. When staff across academics, special education, health, nutrition, urban farming, entrepreneurship, and youth leadership are aligned, the impact reaches even further.

This is what a mission-driven, community-led team looks like: people who are not only committed to their individual roles, but who come together to sharpen one another, grow together, and continuously improve the support offered to every young person who walks through AYC’s doors.

05/21/2026

Excited to see the harvest at the Urban Farming & Permaculture Learning Space at our flagship Learning & Leadership Center in Kafue, Zambia, locally known as the Amos Youth Centre.

The local team harvested 19 kg of Mustard and Chinese Cabbage -- organic, fresh, homegrown vegetables that are heading straight to the kitchen to supplement over 350 daily meals to students in the Nutrition Program.

This "Space" is more than a garden. It is an outdoor classroom where children and youth learn how to grow vegetables using climate-smart techniques suitable for backyard gardens and small spaces.

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