Rafiki Thabo Foundation

We are a small charity that support individuals and their communities in Africa through education that embraces their differing abilities

Our vision to support young people

Our vision is that young people, including those living with disabilities, will be empowered through education to enable them to reach their full potential and initiate positive change in their communities.

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What we do

Rafiki Thabo is a small education and disability charity that works through local committees of volunteers in Kenya, Lesotho and Uganda to identify the need for, and implement, a range of education projects. These include our scholarship programme, school meals programmes, and school infrastructure development projects.

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Our fundraising events

Our fundraising events

Events are a great way of raising funds for Rafiki Thabo Foundation – they also provide an opportunity to raise the profile of our small charity in your local area.

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How you can support us

How you can support us

Every penny donated really does count and will make such a difference to people’s lives in the communities in which we work. You can also help by sharing the word.

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A film about our work

Watch our film and read more about our programmes in each country

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Latest News

Keep up-to-date with the latest news from Rafiki Thabo Foundation

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December 2024 newsletter

December 2024 newsletter

Aug 12th 2025

Our Christmas 2024 newsletter is packed with highlights! From a record number of scholars to a second partner school in Uganda. A brush…

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Listen now – interview about our collaboration with Young Art Oxford

Listen now – interview about our collaboration with Young Art Oxford

Jul 14th 2025

Our Partnerships and Events Manager, Janne, and the chair of Young Art Oxford, Paula, were delighted to have the opportunity to be interviewed…

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New Partnership!

New Partnership!

May 7th 2025

We are excited to announce a new, exciting journey for Rafiki Thabo Foundation as we embark on our partnership with Young Art…

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