The path out of poverty begins at school. But for many girls and boys in Tanzania and Uganda, this path is blocked. While fees for attending state primary schools in the two East African countries have been abolished, meaning that more than 80% of all children now attend primary school, attending good secondary schools usually requires school fees. Added to this are the costs of school uniforms, teaching materials, and boarding school accommodation.

Due to the long and often dangerous journeys to school, boarding schools are widespread in Tanzania and Uganda. They are an important means of improving the living and learning conditions of girls in particular and preventing them from having to leave school prematurely.

However, many families cannot afford the costs of school attendance. The situation is particularly difficult for orphans or half-orphans. Often there are no relatives who are able to take care of the children. Left to fend for themselves, they cannot develop their talents.

This is where the PROBONO scholarship program comes in. It enables particularly needy girls and boys to attend a good secondary school and graduate. In this way, the program improves their life and career prospects, prevents child labor, and contributes to sustainable development.

Support needy girls and boys in Tanzania and Uganda and give them a good education!