What is the Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)?

The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) is Asante Africa Foundation’s classroom-based initiative that strengthens teachers and schools through training, resources, and learner-centered teaching methods to improve reading, numeracy, and digital literacy for students in rural East Africa.

Who is the Accelerated Learning Program designed for?

The program is designed primarily for teachers, schools, and education leaders in rural communities who want to create more engaging, learner-centered classrooms and improve student learning outcomes.

How does the program use technology to support learning?

The Accelerated Learning Program integrates digital tools such as tablets, offline and online content, and localized digital resources into the classroom. Teachers are trained to use these tools effectively so students gain practical digital literacy skills while strengthening core subjects.

In which countries is the Accelerated Learning Program available?

Asante Africa Foundation implements the Accelerated Learning Program in rural communities across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, working closely with local schools and education partners.

Is the Accelerated Learning Program free for participating schools?

The program is delivered through partnerships with schools, communities, and supporters. Many participating schools receive training, resources, and ongoing support at no direct cost to teachers, thanks to donor and partner funding.

How does the Accelerated Learning Program ensure sustainability and scale?

The program uses a decentralized model, locally sourced materials, and a Learn-Do-Teach approach. Master teachers are trained to cascade knowledge to peers and a Pay-It-Forward model encourages students and educators to share skills within their schools and communities.

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Strengthening classrooms and teachers by providing needed resources, training, and skills.

Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) strives to meet the needs of access to education while ensuring high quality learning with a focus on reading, numeracy, and digital literacy. Needs and merit-based scholarships address education access. ALP accelerates learning in the classrooms through hands-on training, leveraging digital tools and localized learning resources enabling high-quality outcomes.

ALP is TACKLING LEARNING POVERTY

Did you know?

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ONLY 65%

of teachers have the minimum required qualifications in rural Africa (UNESCO)

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LIMITED ACCESS

youth in rural areas lack access to and knowledge of digital tools

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ONLY 28%

of the Sub-Saharan population are connected to the internet

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WHAT MAKES THE PROGRAM UNIQUE?

Asante Africa Foundation’s Accelerated Learning Program provides teachers in rural East Africa, with support, training, and techniques to create a highly engaging learning environment.

Using technology in the Accelerated Learning Program is an integral part of linking teachers to their students. In this digital age the importance of understanding technology will become key to the success of students.

DIGITAL LITERACY
AND LEARNING

Learning How to Use a Computer

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Since 2012 we have been bringing digital resources and materials into the classroom to support teachers’ curriculum development and after-school clubs.

Digital resources and tools are a low-cost and high yield solution, where students and teachers develop the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st century.

LOW-COST AND
LOCALIZED RESOURCES

Participant in a Training Session

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We provide teachers training that develops highly engaging learning environments for students to thrive.

Training encorporates the use of local resources, low-cost solutions, and hands-on skill development. Teachers are provided with the neccesary tools to create curriculum designed for todays digital age.

LOCAL TOOLS
AND SOLUTIONS

One on One Student Session

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Our program revolves around using local tools and solutions to provide students with the skills they need to succeed in the communities they live and beyond.

It is not just about math and traditional education, we also focus on building a students’ confidence, leadership and communication skills, as well as, digital literacy training.

EVIDENCE-BASED IMPACT

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300%

Increase in Digital Apprentices Monthly Income (2025)

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92%

Transition and Retention Rate (2025)

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95%

of students started personal side businesses

Emmanuel Shares his Experience

Hear directly from one of our program participants Emmanuel as he shares his journey as a Digital Apprentice in our Digital Employment and Enterprise Program (DEEP) Initiative.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Asante Africa’s Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)?

The Accelerated Learning Program strengthens classroom learning by providing teacher training, teaching resources, and practical techniques that support high-quality education. It emphasizes reading, numeracy, digital literacy, learner-centered teaching, and hands-on learning activities.

2. Why is an accelerated learning program needed in rural East African schools?

Asante Africa identifies gaps in teaching resources, access to digital tools, and the use of modern teaching methods as challenges for rural schools. ALP addresses these needs by equipping teachers with training and localized, low-cost learning resources while helping students develop foundational academic and digital skills.

3. How does Asante Africa use digital technology to support learning in rural schools?

ALP incorporates digital resources and tools into classroom learning and trains teachers to use them effectively. Combined with localized learning materials and hands-on teaching methods, these resources are intended to make lessons more engaging and help students build digital literacy alongside reading and numeracy skills.

4. How does ALP support teachers through training and digital learning tools?

ALP provides teachers with training, classroom resources, and techniques for creating engaging, learner-centered learning environments. It also supports the use of digital and low-cost educational resources so teachers can strengthen how they deliver lessons and respond to students’ learning needs.

5. How does the Accelerated Learning Program help students improve reading and numeracy skills?

ALP focuses on foundational learning, including reading and numeracy, through hands-on activities, localized resources, and learner-centered classroom methods. It also develops digital literacy, confidence, leadership, and communication skills as part of a broader approach to improving learning experiences.

6. How is the Accelerated Learning Program designed to be sustainable and scalable?

Asante Africa describes ALP as using localized and low-cost resources, teacher training, and approaches that can be adopted in rural school settings. Its wider Learn–Do–Teach and Pay-it-Forward models encourage teachers and young people to share knowledge, helping extend the benefits of learning beyond individual participants.

“The most important lessons I have learned from my students is that, by using digital tools they are more interested in learning. There are pictures and maps which help learners to understand better.” – Faith, Kenya

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