Digital Transformation for schools in Burundi

Digital Transformation Project in Burundi

The Digital Transformation Project aims to bridge the digital divide across Burundi by equipping 15 public schools—one in each of the remaining provinces—with modern ICT labs and by providing comprehensive ICT training for 300 teachers. Each ICT lab will be equipped with 20 computers, enabling teachers and students to access quality digital learning resources and enhance educational outcomes through technology integration.

Project Objectives

1. Empower Educators: Provide ICT proficiency training for teachers and school administrators to integrate digital tools into teaching and learning processes.
2. Enhance Educational Resources: Increase the availability and use of online teaching and learning materials for both educators and students.
3. Foster Digital Innovation: Create opportunities for knowledge sharing, digital entrepreneurship, and the promotion of social values through the use of ICT and the internet.

Impact

• 300 teachers will gain practical ICT skills, enabling them to effectively integrate technology into their classrooms.
• 18,000 students and youths across Burundi will have access to ICT-enabled learning, empowering them with digital skills essential for social and economic development.
• The project contributes to the broader national goals of education quality improvement, digital inclusion, and youth empowerment.

Progress So Far

With the generous support of GlobalGiving and other sponsors, we have successfully:

• Equipped ECOFO Nyakabiga 3 (Bujumbura Province) with an ICT lab of 10 laptops.
• Installed an ICT lab with 10 laptops at Lycée Communal Gatabu (Muramvya Province).
• Provided 20 laptops to Lycée Regina Pacis (Gitega Province).
• Equipped the Homes of Hope Orphanage with 10 solar-powered laptops, connected to fiber optic internet for uninterrupted digital access.

From May to July, we conducted teacher ICT training sessions and school capacity-building initiatives, along with providing technical support for our partner schools nationwide.

Looking Ahead

We are continuing our resource mobilization efforts to reach all 15 target provinces. Every donation and partnership helps us get closer to our goal of transforming education in Burundi through digital empowerment. Thank you for your continuous support. Together, we are making a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth across Burundi