Rafiki Thabo Foundation

Removing barriers to education and creating opportunities for young people, including those living with disability, in Africa.

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

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New Matrons’ House Brings 24/7 Support for Girls at Rwesasi School in Uganda

New Matrons’ House Brings 24/7 Support for Girls at Rwesasi School in Uganda

Oct 6th 2026

A new matrons’ house has been completed at Rwesasi School in Uganda, providing something incredibly important for girls living in the school’s dormitories: access…

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Education in Kenya: Vincent’s Journey from Selling His Bicycle to College

Education in Kenya: Vincent’s Journey from Selling His Bicycle to College

Sep 29th 2026

When Vincent believed his education had ended after secondary school, one introduction – and one determined journey to Nairobi – opened a…

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A Moment with Mary-Ann: The Power of Consistency & Showing Up

A Moment with Mary-Ann: The Power of Consistency & Showing Up

Sep 22nd 2026

Hi guys,

Hope you’re all good.

I don’t know if you heard, but it’s been 20 years since Rafiki Thabo…

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Rafiki Thabo Foundation Rafiki Thabo Foundation

Supporting individuals and their communities in Africa through education

Get in touch via trustees@rafiki-foundation.org.uk

Rafiki Thabo Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales (no 1193124)