Updates
News & Updates from GPFD

From Dream to Reality: How a GPFD Scholarship Led to a Thriving Juice Business
Discover Kwarisima Benia’s inspiring journey from a GPFD scholarship beneficiary to a successful entrepreneur. Overcoming numerous challenges, she founded a unique sugarcane juice business that contributes to her community and grows her financial independence.

How a GPFD Academic Scholarship Advanced My Dreams Forward
Hear from Nasasira Hope, a recipient of a girls scholarship through the EWIDA program, and how a chance at education helped her fulfill her career goals and economic independence.

How Rukasudi’s Soap Making Project is Empowering Women in Uganda
Discover how Rukasudi’s Soap Making Project is empowering women in Uganda by providing them with crucial skills for financial independence. Learn about Rukasudi’s initiatives that advance economic stability and community support among women.

How Young Entrepreneurs are Advancing Innovative Startups in Burundi with Menya Accelerator
Discover how Menya Accelerator is empowering these young entrepreneurs in Burundi to innovate and thrive with sustainable solutions, mentorship, and community support.

Building Bridges, Changing Lives: Inside Madaraja Foundation’s Impactful Initiatives for Women
Explore the transformative impact of Madaraja Foundation in Uganda, as it empowers young women and girls through access to reproductive health resources and education. Discover how projects like Links for Her and the CARE Group Project are bridging gaps in contraceptive access and providing support to teen mothers.

A New Exciting Partnership with Women Entrepreneurs in Kenya
Explore the impactful partnership between GPFD and Kadana Foundation, empowering women entrepreneurs in Kenya. Learn about the practical projects of Achae Rach, Bi Kendi, and Seje Friends and Progress Women Groups, funded by the GCLD Fund!

Reshaping Futures: The Kiya Sua Women’s Group in Katilu Ward
Meet the Kiya Sua Women’s Group reshaping their future and that of their children through entrepreneurship, financial independence, and women empowerment. Check it out!

Discovering Opportunities with Menya Accelerator
Discover the impact of Menya Accelerator, an education initiative for young entrepreneurs in Burundi, from a students point of view. Don’t miss this incredible testimonial!

Bridging the Gap – Insights from Africa Climate Week 2023
Read a comprehensive report of this year’s Africa Climate Week from our Programs Director Dora Okeyo and Arkaria Impact Centre’s Development Specialist and Coordinator, Alais Morindat.

Pedaling for a Purpose: My Tour de Fuzz Journey to Empower East African Communities
Join us in celebrating Peter’s successful 100-mile ride and meeting his fundraising goals for GPFD! Discover the incredible impact your support has on East African communities, empowering them to thrive.

Dora’s Corner: September Updates from East Africa
Keep up with the latest updates from East Africa this month! Our on-site Programs Director gives an insightful look into GPFD’s latest projects and her experience at TedX Kisumu!

Harvesting Hope: Maranatha Enyem and the Future of Turkana
Discover the inspiring story of Maranatha Enyem, the ‘women in agriculture’ transforming Turkana, Kenya. Learn how their locally-led initiatives and support from GPFD are shaping a brighter future for their community.

She Screens Uganda: Pioneering Cervical Cancer Screenings in Rural Uganda
Learn how She Screens Uganda, in partnership with GPFD, aims to create a society free from cervical cancer through awareness, essential screenings, and partnership.

Meet this Year’s BCF Fellows that are Driving Change in East Africa
Meet this year’s BCF fellows that will be partnering with on-the-ground GPFD staff to advance initiates in East Africa. Join us in welcoming them to the team!

Dora’s Corner: May Updates from East Africa
Read about the latest updates from our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo and her latest visit to Tanzania! Don’t miss out!

A Journey Towards New Beginnings: Regina’s Story and the Genesis Community Foundation
We’re thrilled to support Regina, a former scholarship recipient, in her journey to expand Genesis Pre-Primary and Primary School in her Maasai community. Regina’s dedication to empowering her community through education and development is truly inspiring.

Empowering Burundian Youth: Menya Accelerator’s Experience and Vision for the Future
Learn how Menya Accelerator empowers Burundian youth through mentorship and entrepreneurial leadership after the success of its first ever pilot program!

Dora’s Corner: April Updates from East Africa
Read about the latest April updates from East Africa from our on-site Program’s Manager Dora Okeyo.

Global Partners for Development Joins Forces with Bay Area Architect Peter Strzebniok
Exciting news! We’re partnering with Peter Strzebniok, Principal architect and co-founder of nottoscale, to bring innovative and sustainable solutions to the challenges facing communities in East Africa.

Dora’s Corner: March Updates from East Africa
Catch up with our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo, and other updates from East Africa in this month’s Dora’s Corner—Check it out!

Dora’s Corner: February Updates from East Africa
Read about this month’s latest updates from East Africa from our on-the ground Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo. Hear about our recent projects and a brief recount of our donor trip to Kenya!

An In-Depth Look into Ongoing Drought In Tanzania
Read a detailed account of the ongoing drought in Tanzania affecting local communities like Arkaria Village. Community facilitator, and long-time partner, Alais Morindat identifies threats and proposes potential solutions to the ongoing crisis.

Dora’s Corner: January Updates from East Africa
Get an inside look at the latest project and activities in East Africa from our on-site Programs Manager, Dora Okeyo.

Drought Response Update from Arkaria Village
Read the latest report of the drought in Arkaria Village, Tanzania from our partner and community leader, Alais Morindat.

