As we begin winding down the year, we reflect on what you helped us realize: for a healthier and sustainable ecosystem, expanding social knowledge and education is fundamental.

For Edmore Dyunga, a teacher in Zimbabwe’s Binga District, this was an especially meaningful year: his first as a fully qualified educator. He was one of four student teachers that Akashinga supported last year and is delighted that he has been offered the opportunity to work in his local community, teaching the children from his village at Sizemba Secondary School.

He’s not the only one; Akashinga is currently sponsoring an additional seven tertiary education bursaries to address a severe shortage of teachers in the area to improve educational outcomes.

As for the students under Edson’s care, education has gone beyond standard classroom learning.

In 2024, Akashinga expanded the "Look and Learn" conservation camps, hosting groups of up to 16 children for educational stays at Songo where they participated in wildlife lectures, game drives, and lake cruises.

Despite living in rural areas, for many children, this is their first up-close encounter with wildlife, an important first step to gaining an appreciation for the intrinsic value of conserving their natural habitat.

Education is a human right. We invite you to join us in encouraging some of Africa's brightest minds to step into their full potential.