Global Impact Stories
Stories from the field showing how we are building digital futures where they’re needed most.
Technology as a Catalyst: Kennedy’s Story of Transforming Education in Malawi
Malawian teacher Kennedy highlights Xulendo's role in revolutionizing education through digital resources, emphasizing the program's impact on student learning and development
MIT Emerging Talent - Bashombana’s Story
Meet Bashombana Mushagalusa, a former aspiring doctor from war-torn Congo who now resides in South Africa and is pursuing an education in Data Science at MIT, envisioning not just personal transformation but also to empower his community…
MIT Emerging Talent - Naod’s Story
Meet Naod Negassi, an environmental activist from Eritrea, studying Computer and Data Science at MIT displaced in Uganda…
MIT Emerging Talent - Eric’s Story
Rwandan student Eric Tuyizere is loving life on MIT's Emerging Talent programme. With dreams of a future business in construction security, combining his skills in engineering, business, and data science, Eric has been broadening his cultural horizons with his coursemates from all across the globe…
Headmistress Martha Chizumila Nyondo’s Transformative Journey
Martha Chizumila Nyondo, headmistress of St Mary’s Karonga Girls Secondary School, returned from her first trip outside Malawi, visiting the University of Portland, Oregon. Her experience highlighted the potential of integrating technology into education, inspiring new possibilities for her students.
Xulendo Revolutionises Learning: A Malawian School's Digital Leap
Wisdom, an ICT teacher, reflects on his first computer experience and discusses the impact of internet connectivity on learning at St. Mary's Girls School, highlighting the transformative role of initiatives like Xulendo in overcoming educational barriers and fostering digital literacy.
Empowering Girls through Digital Education: The Journey of Sister Clementina Phiri
Sister Clementina Phiri, headmistress of Kaseye Girls' Secondary School, highlights the transformative impact of digital education on students' academic success and empowerment despite financial and social challenges.
Rozeta Achan: Empowering Women in Kakuma Refugee Camp
Rozeta Achan, a 25-year-old refugee from South Sudan, advocates for women's health and education in Kakuma Refugee Camp while pursuing her dream of running a supermarket, utilising online education and digital connectivity.
Empowering Malawi's Education: The Inspiring Story of Robson Kondowe
Robson Kondowe is leading efforts to improve education in Northern Malawi through holistic support, technology integration, and empowerment initiatives for students and teachers.
