About us
“Every and each citizen should be able to contribute their time, to make a financial or a scientific contribution to pay back the benefits they have enjoyed for the advancement of education in their respective country”.
Joseph Katihabwa – Founder
Who We Are
Burundi Education Foundation is a registered charity since July 2014. It was founded on the firm belief that education is the key to alleviating poverty and that sound education is the most effective pathway to ensure access to sustainable livelihoods and improved quality of life.
The Burundi Education Foundation is dedicated to advancing the education of children and young people from underprivileged communities in Burundi. We achieve this by providing access to quality learning opportunities, enhancing the capacity of educators, and supplying essential educational tools, such as computers, to help bridge the digital and knowledge gaps within the education system.
Our Approach
Our Core Values
Our mission is to make sure all young people and children get all the support they need, when they need it, no matter what it is.
– Providing education equitably across the country
– Improving access to quality education
– Ensuring girls’ education is impactful
– Promoting STEM(Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) subjects
– Strengthening the education and training system.
– Developing skills for entrepreneurship.
– Promoting a culture of lifelong learning.
Our Philosophy
At BEF, we believe in Progressivism and social reconstructionism. With a focus on exploratory, experiential learning, learners are supported in developing problem-solving and critical thinking skills, as well as social skills. Learning is typically collaborative, and focuses on social responsibility, community service and lifelong learning.
For the social reconstructionism, the predominant focus will be on social problems such as climate change, poverty, violence, and educating children so that they are equipped to tackle and solve those problems. Prioritised area of learners’ development include problem-solving skills and social justice awareness and education.
Our Numbers That Speak
We are a registered educational charity committed to advancing education and social empowerment. Through our programs, we nurture individuals to develop the character, confidence, and competence necessary to create meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.
Our graduates emerge equipped with strong values, comprehensive knowledge, and practical skills, empowering them to excel and contribute effectively in whichever field or industry they choose to serve.