Education West Africa helps school pupils in Sierra Leone get a better start in life.

Through education, young people can strive to escape poverty and get a job, earn money, live a healthier life, become independent and contribute to their family and the economy of their country.

Sponsored walk raises £369

03 October 2025 20:18

The children in Sierra Leone class at St Mary's CE Primary School in Pulborough raised £369 for EWA by being sponsored to walk round their school field. They walked a total of 75km, significantly more than their target of 42km, accompanied by EWA Trustee Vicky Smith. Every child received a medal and a certificate for taking part. Well done everyone!
Thank you to St Andrew's Church

19 September 2025 20:05

St Andrew's Church in Moulsecoomb, Brighton, held a fundraising event after their service on 14th September, and raised a fantastic £232 for EWA. The event included the sale of home made preserves and cake, a raffle and a quiz about Sierra Leone. Thank you to everyone who supported this event.
Roof replacement completed at Damballa Road

24 August 2025 18:37

A classroom block at Damballa Road School in Bo has been given a new roof in time for the new school year in September, thanks to the generosity of EWA supporters. The workers were determined to complete the roof before the rains arrived. The EWA logo has now been painted on the school to complete the project. Thank you to everyone who contributed to ensuring that these classrooms will not be flooded again.