On 15 August 2026, BaNgaAfayo Initiative Uganda brought young people, teachers, parents, community members, and partners together in Kayunga to celebrate International Youth Day under the theme “Different Contexts, Common Aspirations: Advancing Youth Aspirations Through Alcohol Prevention.” The celebration was more than a day of activities. It created a space for young people to speak, […]
A football match can do more than entertain it can open minds, build confidence, and inspire young people to make life-changing decisions. That is exactly what happened during our latest Play- Based Football session in the rural communities of Kayunga under the theme “Youth Against Alcohol.” As the games unfolded, young people laughed, competed, and […]
A football pitch can be more than a place to play it can be a place where young people learn lessons that shape their future. At BaNgaAfayo Initiative Uganda, that’s exactly what happened during our Sports for Change session under the theme “My Health” at Ndeeba Secondary School in Kayunga. As students passed the ball, […]
What if a football could do more than inspire the next athlete? What if it could help a child stay in school, make safer choices, and protect their future? At BaNgaAfayo, this is the power we see in football every day. Through our Sports for Change program, we use the game to create safe spaces […]
Most people see football as a way to improve passing, ball control, speed, or teamwork. At BaNgaAfayo, we see something more. We see an opportunity to start conversations that many young youth rarely have but desperately need. At Suuka Islamic Center for education in Kayunga District, young youth aged 15 to 25 took part in […]
When people think about education, they imagine desks, textbooks, and blackboards. We imagine a football pitch. Not because every child dreams of becoming a professional footballer. But because we’ve seen something remarkable happen there. On the football fields of Kiwooza Primary School in Kayunga District, children aged 6 to 12 are discovering that the game […]
At BaNgaAfayo, football is more than a game it is a powerful tool for learning, growth, and positive change. Through our Football for Change program, every football drill is designed to build not only technical football skills but also the knowledge and confidence young people need to make healthier life choices. As players move through […]
For many girls in rural Kayunga, menstruation remains a barrier to education. The high cost of sanitary pads forces some girls to miss school or use unsafe alternatives, affecting their health, confidence, and ability to learn. At BaNgaAfayo, we believe no girl should have to choose between managing her period and pursuing her education. Through […]
In the remote communities of Kayunga, many children still face barriers to education caused by poverty, long distances, school costs, and limited access to Early Childhood Development services. But while these challenges continue to keep many children out of classrooms, our Teen Teachers under the Magical Classrooms program are choosing a different path walking long […]
It was an emotional evening at #BaNgaAfayo Initiative Uganda as we concluded our Youth Against Alcohol Football Gala, bringing together more than 15 rural youth teams in a day filled with competition, talent, learning, and hope. While the football field showcased energy, teamwork, and determination, the event carried a message far greater than the game […]