Impact Story
Advancing Women's Empowerment
See how United Way is creating pathways to education, leadership, and lasting change for women in Africa.
Global Reach
Africa
Countries In This Region
Overview
Across Africa, many countries face steep barriers to quality education, job opportunities, sanitation, and food security. For more than 22 years, United Way has been active in Ghana, Nigeria, and South Africa. Together, these countries represent nearly 30% of the continent's population.
Local United Ways in these countries are mobilizing individuals and partners across the private and public sectors to strengthen early childhood development, education, and youth leadership; expand food access and employment opportunities; reduce the gender income gap; and respond to natural disasters.
What excites me about my work with United Way is that I see real life-transforming change in people's lives.
- Deola Durodola, United Way of Greater Nigeria
Stories Across Africa
Press Release
One Young World and United Way Worldwide partner to equip young leaders driving global community impact
United Way and One Young World join forces to empower young leaders and drive global change through collaboration and shared purpose.
Impact Story
Next-Generation Leader Profile: Boluwatife Sofola
Boluwatifa Sofola champions education and equity, inspiring change as a Next Generation Leader committed to creating opportunities for all.
Impact Story
Nurturing Nigeria's Emerging Leaders
United Way supports programs in Nigeria that equip young leaders with skills and opportunities to strengthen communities and create lasting impact.
Impact Stories
Empowering Youth in South Africa
For United Way South Africa, its Providing Equal Educational Opportunity for the Youth program has been a cornerstone of community-based solutions, offering a path forward for youth from disadvantaged communities. Since its inception in 2021, the program has expanded to serve the KwaZulu Natal province.
Impact Stories
Mental Health Education Opens Opportunities in South Africa
For United Way South Africa, its youth success program, called Providing Equal Educational Opportunity for the Youth, has been part of the community-based solution providing a path forward for youth from disadvantaged communities.
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emerging entrepreneurs in Nigeria
United Way initiatives are helping young people build the skills they need to succeed in today's global job market. In Nigeria, the Astra Fellowship Productivity Accelerator program trained 50 emerging entrepreneurs, equipping them for Nigeria's evolving economy.
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