The month in pictures: October
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Tajikistan’s most remote province set for near-universal electrification by end of 2025 following major energy investments
Inauguration of Sebzor Hydroelectric Power Plant, off-grid energy projects and infrastructure upgrades will realise ambition to fully electrify Pamir region by the end of the year.
Bloom your Biz: Growing entrepreneurial success in Portugal
Meet the inspiring entrepreneurs who have taken their businesses to new heights with Bloom Your Biz – an AKF-supported programme empowering entrepreneurs to innovate, grow, and launch successful businesses.
Overcoming water scarcity in Tajikistan: Tamano’s story
In rural Tajikistan, water shortages and limited infrastructure make farming a struggle for many families. With support from AKF, Tamano now shares a water source with just seven households, allowing her to improve her harvests.
The month in pictures: June
Dancing in Kenya, insect hotels in Syria, and ‘solar giraffes’ in Mozambique: see what we’ve been up to this month.
What is Schools2030?
Lasting change in education begins with those who know it best – teachers. That's why the AKF-led Schools2030 programme teams are working with educators worldwide to reimagine learning.
A cut above: Meet Areej
Areej’s future was uncertain. Like many young Syrians, her opportunities were limited by conflict. Now, she’s building new skills at a vocational training centre in Salamieh that is helping young people in crisis forge a path to work and stability.
AKF launches groundbreaking Human-Centred Design toolkit to drive social innovation
Free, open-source resource aims to help development practitioners design better, people-centred solutions and put communities in charge of their development.
Teaching the watershed generation: How educators in Africa can shape the continent’s future
The aspiration is to ensure that Africa’s coming influence is shaped not just by its numbers, but by the skills and talents of its peoples
Ripples of change: Women’s change groups in Mozambique
In Cabo Delgado, women's 'change groups' help educate, empower, and engage people in the community.
The month in pictures: May
Supporting Sudanese children in Egypt, producing quality olive oil in Syria, and playful learning in Tanzania: see what we’ve been up to this month.