Empower 20 million Africans to sustainably provide for themselves by 2032.

Africa is Home

We reflect on “40 years ForAfrika” with a promise that says we’re committed to the long haul, until the job is done and communities are enabled to thrive.

We are the largest African humanitarian and development organisation working for an Africa that thrives.

As an African organisation, we address the unique challenges of our continent through an African-led approach that focuses on long-term impact because Africa is home, and we don’t leave.

What we do

We implement integrated, community-led programmes that save lives, build resilience, and enable transformational community development.

Humanitarian and Development

Our approach places communities firmly in the driving seat, instilling a sense of ownership and responsibility. We empower communities with the knowledge, skills, and resources to chart their own sustainable path forward, without relying on temporary external aid.

Social Enterprise

Across Africa, there is a pressing and vital need for communities to move beyond mere self-sustenance and become commercially viable. However, many efforts in this direction are isolated and primarily focused on urban areas, often resulting in limited success rates and minimal impact, with a notable disconnect from NGO development activities.

Our programming pillars

Across our six core programming pillars, developed through tried-and-tested processes, we address a myriad of interconnected community vulnerabilities.

Emergency Response

We offer vital support and resources to our communities when they need us most.

Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

We work with communities to provide access to clean water and better hygiene.

Food Security and Livelihoods

We help create food security and more sustainable livelihoods for our people.

Health and Nutrition

We provide health and nutritional support for healthier, stronger communities.

Education

We build better futures by enabling a strong and stable educational environment.

Economic Empowerment

We equip our communities with the right skills and access to grow Africa’s economy.

Where we work

We love this place and we love our people. Africa is home and we know what needs to be done to see it thrive.

Latest

Hear from those who are working together for Africa to thrive. Every one of them - a story worth sharing.

An Africa that thrivesRead more +13 December 2024 By ForAfrika in Economic Empowerment Programme Resources, Education Programme Resources, Emergency Response Programme Resources, Food Security and Livelihoods Programme Resources, Health and Nutrition Programme Resources, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Programme Resources

Proven Process for Self-Sustaining Communities

Our Proven Process illustrates our approach to working with communities to become self-sustainable. Developed through four decades of working closely together with African communities, this process involves a continuum of transformation across three stages:
Read more +13 December 2024 By ForAfrika in Economic Empowerment Programme Resources, Rwanda

Digitalisation of the rural economy through Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs)

ForAfrika presents a vision to transform the traditional systems through digital innovation. Our project doesn't just aim to solve problems; it seeks to unlock the full potential of rural communities, fostering economic growth and self-reliance. By blending cutting-edge technology with deep respect for local traditions, we're writing a new chapter in Rwanda's development story.
Read more +12 December 2024 By ForAfrika in Africa

Photo Essay: Our Community

Over the years in our 40-year history, our photographers have captured the joy that meeting men, women and children across Africa have brought. They share some of their best images in this commemorative photo essay.
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© 2025 | For Afrika to Thrive (Registration Number: 2010/025117/10) is a multi-national public charity with a global reach. We have affiliate offices in:
• South Africa (ForAfrika South Africa NPC, Registration Number: 1983/011022/08, NPO Number: 052-455-NPO, PBO Number: 130000144)
• United Kingdom (ForAfrika UK, England and Wales Registered Charity Number: 1050992, Scotland: SC043643)
• USA (ForAfrika USA, EIN: 38-2726350)
• Canada (Canada ForAfrika, Charity Number: 865982573 RR 0001)
• Germany (ForAfrika Deutschland e.V., Tax Number: 99019/38930)
• Switzerland (Stiftung Schweiz ForAfrika, Registration Number: CHE-114.509.322)
• Australia (ForAfrika Ltd, Registration Number: 651 493 980)
• Norway (ForAfrika Norge, Registration Number: 828 055 232)

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