About Us | Literacy Development Foundation

About Us

Empowering the next generation of African readers and thinkers through literacy, technology, and storytelling.

Who We Are

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to improving literacy and learning opportunities for children across Africa. Our programs make reading accessible, engaging, and empowering — nurturing a love for storytelling and education within communities.

Our Mission

To make literacy accessible for every African child by providing innovative learning tools, books, and community programs that spark creativity and knowledge.

Our Vision

To see an Africa where every child, regardless of background, can read, write, and lead through the power of education.

Our Core Values

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Where We Work

Our programs span multiple African countries and regions — reaching classrooms, libraries, and digital communities.

Nigeria Logo Nigeria
Kenya Logo Kenya
Ghana Logo Ghana
South Africa Logo South Africa

Our Founder’s Story

Our journey began with a simple yet powerful dream — to bridge Africa’s literacy gap using creativity, technology, and storytelling. What started as a small reading circle has grown into a movement inspiring thousands across communities and schools.

Guided by compassion and purpose, our founder envisioned a world where every child can read, write, and express freely — creating a ripple of change that transforms generations.

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Our Journey Through Time

From humble beginnings to a movement transforming literacy across Africa.

2021
2021 History

Our Beginning

We began with a small book drive that brought reading materials to underserved schools, sparking the flame of literacy.

2023
2023 History

Expanding Impact

By 2023, we launched reading programs in Lagos, empowering hundreds of young learners with access to stories and imagination.

2025
2025 History

Regional Growth

In 2025, our initiative reached Ogun and Osun states — creating libraries, training local teachers, and building literacy hubs.

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