We Think Global, Act Local

We host global leaders, changemakers, and entrepreneurs who share stories that inspire and drive real change among young people.

We Discover, We Ignite, They Ignite

We Discover potential in young people. We Ignite their passion through education, leadership, and mentorship. They Ignite change, transforming their communities and shaping Africa's future.

Unleashing the African Young Mindset

We build a new generation of young leaders who are problem solvers and social entrepreneurs through education, leadership, and mentorship, who will, in turn, transform the face of the community.

Mentoring the next Generation of Leaders

We believe in igniting candles; A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.

We Believe in a World where every Child has Access to Education

The education crisis is massive, but together, we can solve it. Join the Edu-Hope, the community of monthly givers around the globe to support education.

We can Change the Future Together

No matter where you live, what you can give, or how old you are, you can help to reduce the rate of school dropout, you can take action right now.

Our Work

We discover, we build, we ignite they ignite change.

At Kosi Africa, we believe Africa's greatest wealth is its youth. Too often, education leaves graduates unprepared to solve real challenges. We exist to change that, discovering young dreamers, building solutions with communities, and igniting leadership so they, in turn, ignite change.

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Our Focus Area

Our work grows with communities, not for communities, always.

We don't work for communities, we work with them, building partnerships that strengthen independence and create lasting sustainability. Our focus areas are designed to empower young people and schools to lead change, ignite opportunity, and build sustainable futures together, you can take action right now.

Every child deserves a fair chance to learn. We work with communities to break down barriers to schooling so that every student can access education and thrive.

Education Access & Equity

Mentorship Programs

How we Discover Potential & Ignite

Through our mentorship programs, we uncover the dreams, talents, and leadership potential within young people. By guiding and inspiring them, we ignite confidence, vision, and purpose. Empowering them to become change makers in their schools, families, and communities.

Experience in Action

A space for Global Leaders, Change makers and Entrepreneurs to share stories that inspire real chang...

Empowerwave

A school visiting program offering mentorship, career guidance, and personal development for student...

Kosi Global Exchange

Connects students, teachers, and volunteers from around the world with schools and communities in Ke...

Light that Candle

This is a community of candle igniters dedicated to supporting our young students on...

Think Global, Act Local

A space for Global Leaders, Change makers and Entrepreneurs to share stories that inspire real change

David Miliband

President & CEO, International Rescue Committee

"Good leaders are learners. Experience lends to leadership. Learn and relearn."

President & CEO, International Rescue Committee

David Miliband

George Bevis

CEO at Scram

"Show up prepared: know your numbers, know your story, and prove you can win while helping investors win too."

CEO at Scram

George Bevis

Bruce Au

Secretary General of the Yiden Prize Foundation

"Education must unlock confidence and social-emotional well-being, not just new teaching methods."

Secretary General of the Yiden Prize Foundation

Bruce Au

Christopher Williams

Managing Director & CSO at Custament Partners

"Courage is a daily choice, not an elite trait. You know the risks and still do it anyway."

Managing Director & CSO at Custament Partners

Christopher Williams

Naava Mashiah

Founder & CEO, ME LINKS

"If trade doesn't cross the borders, then soldiers will; Focus more on trade & investments than deploying soldiers."

Founder & CEO, ME LINKS

Naava Mashiah

Stefan E. Germann

CEO at Ursimone Wietlisbach Foundation

"Compassionate leadership means caring deeply with respect, creating an enabling environment where people feel valued, respected, and safe to make mistakes and grow."

CEO at Ursimone Wietlisbach Foundation

Stefan E. Germann

Jeff Sutherland

Inventor and Co-Creator of Scrum

"If you haven't been called crazy, your vision isn't big enough. Get a bus, get the right people on it, show them where you're going and ride together toward that destination."

Inventor and Co-Creator of Scrum

Jeff Sutherland

Solomon Belette

Founder of USAFI

"Collaboration and exchange are at the heart of building a better world."

Founder of USAFI

Solomon Belette

Adama Sanneh

Co-Founder & CEO, Presso Moleskine Foundation

"You need to create an environment where creativity and innovation can thrive and happen."

Co-Founder & CEO, Presso Moleskine Foundation

Adama Sanneh

Helen Goulden

CEO, National Preparedness Commissioner

"Learning changes and relearning is a continuous process."

CEO, National Preparedness Commissioner

Helen Goulden

Simon Desjardins

Co-Founder & Partner, Shortlist

"Your skills, competency and values can outshine your documents, schools, and past companies."

Co-Founder & Partner, Shortlist

Simon Desjardins

Anna Vignoles

Director, at The Leverhulme Trust UK

"Education isn't just a phase, it's a journey. One that should be long term, intentional, and sustainable, with clear next steps beyond school."

Director, at The Leverhulme Trust UK

Anna Vignoles

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Our Projects

How we Build For Sustainability

At Kosi Africa, sustainability means lasting solutions. We co- create education, environment, entrepreneurship, and well- being projects that are locally driven and adaptable. By building skills, leadership, and innovation, we help communities grow stronger with every project. serves.

Chipukizi Program

We aim to provide mentorship and guidance to high school graduates in Kenya and ...

Teachers' Wellness

A 6-week trauma healing journey specifically designed for Kenyan teachers....

Edu-Green

At Edu Green, we believe in giving every child an opportunity to support both th...

Cords of Change

Fosters self-sufficiency and cultivates an independent mindset among disadvantag...

EduGreen on a mission

EduGreen is a transformative project that not only aims to keep young children in school but also makes a significant impact on environmental conservation.

Why education matters?

In Africa, education has the power to end the poverty cycle, opening doors to limitless possibilities.

One Dollar Back To School

George Washington Carver once said, “education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom.” Freedom. Freedom from what exactly? Freedom to do what?

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We can change the future together

No matter where you live, how much you can give, or how old you are, you can help transform education, protect the environment, and support mental well-being. Together, we can ignite lasting change, starting today.

Take Action

Legacy Giving

Edu Hope

One Dollar Back To School

Brand Partnership

Nyasha Gwartidzo, Founder at Kushanda Digital Marketing Agency

Member of The Founder Candle Igniters

Kosi Africa: Education supporter since 2022

“I am moved to make my first donation to Kosi Africa. After meeting Wycliffe in a professional capacity this week, I was emotionally impacted by his life and his passion. As a global citizen myself I feel personally responsible to support his endeavors . People need people! Children are our HOPE for the very challenging future we have created for them. One Love.”

LISA HU, Co-Founder at Roo

Member of The Founder Candle Igniters

Kosi Africa: Education supporter since 2023

“I met Wycliffe Barasa in Kenya in the summer of 2018. I saw not only his incredible intelligence and kindness, but also his determination and passion for wanting to make Africa and the world a better place to live. I'm so proud to see what Wycliffe has accomplished over the years, and now, it's great to see Kosi Africa's formation. I love Kosi's mission is to create a generation of future leaders who can help change communities for the better. Education is critical, and it's so great to see this organization support young students' minds and hearts.”

Jeff Aron, Consultant

Member of The Founder Candle Igniters

Kosi Africa: Education supporter since 2022

“I am honored to have partnered with Kosi Africa, making a meaningful difference in the lives of children in Kenya. This collaboration has enabled us to reach and assist those who need it most, driving positive change and significant improvements in their quality of life.”

Gwen Mandell

Member of The Founder Candle Igniters

Kosi Africa: Education supporter since 2024

“I support Kosi-Africa because Wycliffe and his team have a vision for developing young people all across Kenya to be leaders in their communities and in the world. Through play and improvisation, Kosi Africa invites young people to step out of all of the ways young people are told they're supposed to be and try on new ways of being and interacting and learning to become leaders even before they know that that's who they are. Having been to Kenya and spent a day with Wycliffe interacting with young people, I feel confident that Kosi Africa is going to continue to grow and reach thousands of young people and establish connections throughout the world. ”

Collaborating for Advancement

Our efforts are in harmony with fourteen of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We uphold rigorous standards in data collection, transparency, and sustainability, ensuring that you have a distinct advantage in pursuing your Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives.