Edoovillage #2803 - Tanzania, Arusha: BUILDERS OF FUTURE AFRICA BFA

Builders of Future Africa (BFA) is committed to establishing a community library in the Lemanyata ward of Arumeru district, Tanzania. Our goal is to create a learning hub and a safe space for the 460 underprivileged children and youths in the community, fostering education, character development, and talent cultivation.
Goals:
1. Enhance Educational Opportunities: Provide access to books, digital resources, and ICT facilities to improve academic performance and literacy rates.
2. Empower Girls and Women: Educate and protect girls from unethical behaviors and early pregnancies, and support teen mothers in returning to school.
3. Promote STEM/ICT Education: Foster interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics among 168 boys and girls.
4. Develop Life Skills: Offer programs in storytelling, cinema, and soft skills training to cultivate essential life skills and character development.
Use of Laptops: The laptops provided by Labdoo will be integral to our ICT programs, which include:
• Computer literacy classes for children and youths.
• Online research and educational resources.
• STEM/ICT workshops and activities.
• Digital storytelling and e-learning sessions.
• Administrative tasks and program management.
Teachers and Pupils:
• We currently have 8 volunteer educators dedicated to this project, with plans to recruit more as the project expands.
• The project aims to serve 460 pupils initially, with the potential to reach more as community involvement grows.
Teacher Training Plan:
• Our educators will undergo ICT training workshops led by experienced volunteers and local IT professionals.
• We will partner with educational organizations to provide continuous professional development.
• Regular training sessions will ensure that our teachers are equipped with the latest educational technologies and teaching methods.
Maintenance of Laptops:
• A dedicated IT team will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of the laptops.
• We will establish a Community Library Committee to oversee the responsible use of the equipment.
• Regular maintenance checks and a troubleshooting protocol will be in place to address any technical issues promptly.
• We will seek partnerships with local businesses for technical support and spare parts.
[03.2026] Currently we are serving 30 GAP girls, 72 BFA Digikids in the club, 20 out of school youths and 15 community members.
Project gave Labdoo in the beginning too high number or participants. This new figure (2026) is lower than the one sent in the beginning. Semaphore set to RED. No further deliveries.