About Us

We are Rise and Shine Africa. Waking up the hidden talents in Africa

ABOUT US

Who are we?

Rise and Shine Africa team

We are Rise and Shine Africa. Waking up the hidden talents in Africa

Our mission is to improve the education here in Rwanda by making it more inclusive, digitalized, and accessible to children with disabilites, through IT (Information Technology) gadgets and renovation of infrastructure.

  • We come from diverse backgrounds, each with it's unique challenges and beauty.
  • We represent Africa and we are commited to driving change in Africa.
  • We are empowering individuals with a quality, fun and inclusive education in Rwanda.

OUR MISSION/WHY WE EXIST

Our mission is to enhance education in Rwanda by making it more holistic, inclusive, practical, and digital, ensuring quality and enjoyment in learning.

We aim to build a digital platform that makes education accessible to every child regardless of their background, social status or ability. Children can have fun and enjoy learning at their own pace.

Rise and Shine Africa

PESTLE ANALYSIS

According to brokenchalk.org, access to education and the quality of education has been neglected as a result of the civil war and the genocide. Rwanda has a low human development index,ranking 165 out of 191 countries. Though, education is the sector with the second highest spending proportion in Rwanda, with 15.2%. The Rwandan government has also launched initiatives to improve technology access in schools. However, there is still much to be done. Also, in a bid to make education more accessible, the Rwandan government has built more schools in the rural areas and has set up initiatives to promote gender equality and inclusive education. (Political)

According to Rwanda in Kenya government, Rwanda’s economy increased by 9.2% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022 . Education is an important sector for Rwanda's economy, contributing to employment and livelihoods However, it still faces challenges around low transitions; high repetition and drop- out rates .One in three youth (aged 16-30 years) are not in employment, education or training (NEET), according to the 2022 Rwanda Labour Force Survey.(Economic)

According to government of Rwanda The poverty rate in Rwanda reduced from 57% to 38.2 %, according to different Integrated Household Living Conditions Survey (EICV) reports. In line with the universal principle that children should grow up safe and protected in families, the Government has developed an ambitious program of care reform and family strengthening called Tubarerere Mu Muryango (TMM), translated to Let’s Raise Children in Families. This can help all children especially children from humble backgrounds or minory groups, like disablities, get an education. Rwanda's education sector has remarkably evolved over the last two decades and gives children with disabilities Access to education. (Social)

According to the research done by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, children with disabilities in Rwanda have inadequate access to digital tools and equipment that can advance their education; this further shrinks the inclusive fight for them in the job market. (Technological)

According to the Rwanda Basic Education Board, Rwanda has laws and legal policies that are aimed at supporting inclusive education for children with disabilities. The laws include Ministerial Order 7 of 2016 and the constitution of Rwanda. (Legal)

Accoding to Educational Development Trust, 52% of school leaders reported school buildings have experienced damage as a result of extreme weather events, with 74% of those leaders reporting having to divert funds from teaching and learning towards repairs. These funds could have been used to digitalize learning or make schools more accessible. Also, 21% of school leaders reported climate events to have had a significant impact on students’ attendance, with a further 58% reporting a small negative impact. Extreme weather conditions can make schools less accesible.(ENVIROMENTAL)

OUR PROBLEM STATEMENT

According to the Minsitry of Education (MINEDUC) electronic management system data of March 2023, out of the 2.742 million children in primary school, 29,994 of them have disabilities. That is 1.1% of the primary school children. According to UNICEF, only 70% of children with disabilities in Rwanda are enrolled in primary school. Many of these schools are not physically accesible for these children. Teachers lack understanding of differentiating learning plans for student's various learning needs.

  • There is an educational gap between children with disabilities and other children.
  • How can digital tools be used to foster individual education plans, personalize teacher-student learning, and create teaching and learning aids in Kigali?
  • How can schools also be made more accesible to children with disabilities in Kigali?
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OUR SOULUTION

We developed a digital application for the school children...

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Our Team

Meet the Rise and Shine Africa Team Driving Impact

Mach Riak Garang - Rise and Shine Africa

Mach Riak Garang

Public speaker (South Sudanese)
Jeremiah Jewel Emmanuel - Rise and Shine Africa

Jeremiah Jewel Emmanuel

Creativity (Nigerian)
Helen Ugoeze Okereke - Rise and Shine Africa

Helen Ugoeze Okereke

Software Developer (Nigerian)
Marlene Turinayo Schiphra - Rise and Shine Africa

Marlene Turinayo Schiphra

Communications (Rwandan)
Natinael Borana Boda - Rise and Shine Africa

Natinael Borana Boda

Documentation/Research (Ethiopian)