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Elimu Program

Eli​mu translates to Education in Swahili. This program is intended to focus not just on the performance of the student but social and economic background and his/her talents. It is not limited to students only; we also target madrasa teachers. We provide stipends to deserving madrasa teachers. This is intended to allow them to focus more on teaching rather than other economic activities to support themselves and their families. It also involves the distribution of scholastic equipment as well as setting up libraries in madrasas, children’s homes,​ and other needy community centers. Our dream is to eventually have our own educational centers in the future.

Scholastic and meal support

This support focuses on primary schools and madrasas across Kenya, where food and resource shortages are limiting students’ ability to learn. Many learners lack daily meals, with WFP reporting that nearly half of Kenya’s primary school children do not receive adequate nutrition and over 20% are chronically malnourished. These shortages directly impact academic performance, reduce concentration, and contribute to an 11% drop in school attendance since 2011. As a result, dropout rates continue to rise, with more than 35,000 pupils leaving school due to these challenges.

Partial Schorlaship

We recognize that Busara is still growing and has a long way to go. We chose to see our limitations as steppingstones that will allow us to eventually achieve our goal. For universities and colleges, we provide support such as accommodation costs, monthly stipend as well as initial shopping for freshmen students. The idea is to eventually be able to provide sponsorship for their education as well

Education Support

This project supports high school students, especially those from Kenya’s slums and rural areas, where literacy levels remain critically low. National literacy for ages 15+ stands at 33.8%, but drops to 28.3% in slums and 27.4% in rural communities—areas where poverty and limited resources severely restrict access to education. Many schools lack basic learning materials, are in poor condition, or charge fees families cannot afford. Students often miss school to work and support their households, further widening the education gap. Without support, many cannot progress to higher education or develop essential skills. At Busara, we address this challenge by providing school fee support to needy high school students, helping talented young Kenyans stay in school and build brighter futures.

You can help in the Elimu program by volunteering, donating, or fully sponsoring activities. Support in form of mentor/tutor, financial aid, sponsoring specific activities such as building educational centers, scholarships and more. Your support will aid in providing quality education and improve the lives of students and teachers in the community

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