Press Release: Annot Inc. Launches #EducateMyVillage

ANNOT INC. EDUCATE MY VILLAGE LAUNCH PRESS STATEMENT

DATE: 9TH JULY 2024

Annot Inc. proudly announces the launch of the #EducateMyVillage initiative, a groundbreaking program aimed at tackling the critical issue of access to quality education in Africa.

Sub-Saharan Africa faces a dire education crisis, with approximately 98 million children out of school, the highest rate globally. In Zimbabwe alone, UNESCO reports that over 886,000 children are not receiving an education. This situation calls for urgent and innovative solutions to ensure every child has the opportunity to learn.

The #EducateMyVillage initiative is built on the belief that Africa's challenges can be overcome through unity and collaboration. While institutional efforts are valuable, there is significant untapped potential within the African diaspora. With over 200 million people of African descent living outside the continent, this diaspora holds immense potential to drive positive change in Africa, particularly in the field of education.

"Our mission is to mobilize Africans to invest in the educational needs of their villages," said Chiedza Juru, Founder and President of Annot Inc. "By doing so, we aim to get more children back in school, improve our former schools, and uplift our communities. This approach seeks to create sustainable development models that go beyond education."

Marshall Bizure, Vice President of Finance & Grants, added, "The Educate My Village initiative reconnects us with our core African values of Ubuntu – 'I am because we are.' Nearly a million children in Zimbabwe are out of school, and these students are not just statistics; they are our families, neighbors, friends, and future leaders. If each one of us invests in our villages we can ensure that every child receives an education."

The initiative encourages both Africans and the diaspora to take action within their own communities, promoting the ethos of giving back and responsible citizenship. Several individuals named Village Beacons have stepped forward to join the #EducateMyVillage challenge running on social media through sharing their stories and commitment to investing in education in their communities. Join the #EducateMyVillage challenge by sharing your story and commitment to support education in your village, former school, or community. Post your video on social media with #EducateMyVillage and tag Annot Inc.

Join Annot Inc.’s mission to educate and empower villages across Africa, to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education for all.

For more information on how to participate and donate, please visit: https://www.educateyourvillage.com