Building Schools
We specialise in the cost-effective construction of classrooms, schools, and sanitation facilities (WASH) and have successfully completed projects at 10 schools to date.
Through the construction of new classrooms and sanitation facilities, we have improved learning conditions for more than 6,000 students.
From 2022 to 2023, we were also active in ESWATINI, where we supported vocational training for young people in sustainable agriculture (permaculture). The planned continuation in 2024 was discontinued, as the evaluation results did not meet our expectations. In Kampala, Uganda, we discovered a small Christian initiative working in the Kinawataka slum, where "urban gardening" provides practical self-help opportunities for local women. This project received small-scale financial support in 2022, together with organisational advice and guidance on local fundraising. EDGET was heavily involved in providing consultancy during August and September 2022, paused its support in 2023, and resumed its involvement following a project visit to Kampala in April 2024. We are always happy to accept further consultancy assignments.
In Ethiopia, we have been supporting the training of female beekeepers and the training of trainers for the past two years. This programme can continue. We have also begun identifying a meaningful project addressing female genital mutilation (FGM). Our aim is to find a gap within the existing network of aid organisations where EDGET can make a valuable contribution. The outcome is still open. Last year, we also supported 622 girls by providing reusable sanitary pads, soap, underwear, and a so-called "Dignity Kit" twice a year. These products are manufactured locally, helping to avoid the environmental impact of disposable sanitary products while ensuring that menstruation is no longer a barrier to girls' education.
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A fundamental requirement for all our projects is active participation by the local community, either through financial contributions or practical involvement, together with the support of local authorities. Our principle is simple: no aid without local ownership and participation.
At a Glance
- Cost-effective construction projects and meaningful support for girls' education. Thanks to our strong network of local partners, Ethiopia remains our primary focus country. However, cooperation is currently becoming more challenging due to the political situation. Sponsors are welcome to subscribe to our regular situation reports and project updates.
In 2022, we launched an Income Generating Activities (IGA) project in which 25 mothers of our scholarship recipients received business training and microloans. With an investment of just €3,600, the project achieved outstanding results. Unfortunately, it was not continued in 2024, as our partner's concept did not convince us. The project is therefore currently on hold. We continue to support the training of female beekeepers in ETHIOPIA and are ready to resume funding as soon as suitable applications are received. -
Following a project visit to Kinawataka, Kampala (Uganda), in April 2024, we gained deeper insight into the work of OBOIVU, an inspiring organisation supporting children and young people living in the slum. Their work in urban gardening and girls' empowerment is particularly impressive. Reports and photographs will follow. During 2024, we provided organisational consultancy as well as a small amount of seed funding.
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We generally support the construction of sanitation facilities (WASH programmes), including the installation of water pumps and solar-powered systems.
A WASH project near Mzuzu, Malawi (2021) was discontinued in 2022 following our internal evaluation. We are currently in discussions with Engineers Without Borders regarding a potential new project in Malawi. -
To date, we have supported the construction of facilities at 10 schools, benefiting more than 6,000 students. Active participation by the local community is a prerequisite—not only for school construction but for all of our projects.
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In 2023, we began identifying an FGM prevention project in Ethiopia that could benefit from our support.
