ABOUT

Cycling Scholars Africa Foundation

Cycling Scholars Foundation is Africa’s largest partnership-based foundation exclusively focused on transforming education in lower-income countries and fostering sustainable impact in Africa’s educational sector.

CSF assembles all partners who are deeply invested in education in varied capacities; lower-income countries in Africa, government outfits, international organizations, sports brands, donors, underserved schools, volunteers, students’ & teachers’ associations, the private sector, private foundations & NGOs – to implement tailored solutions addressing the unique needs and shortcomings of individual schools. 

CSF operates a unique fundraising model through cycling. Our all-female, country-based Cycling Clubs afford us the opportunity to acquire funds through customized club activities in different regions on the continent.

Mission

To accelerate equitable access to quality education for all learners and prioritize the dignity & development of educators by providing resources, support, and leading-edge solutions that address unique educational needs. 

We aim to foster sustainable educational impact by leveling up the academic playing field for everyone.

Vision

CSF envisions an Africa where every child thrives in learning and attains knowledge in a well-developed environment with favorable conditions for all, particularly the girl child.

“Education is a human right with immense power to transform”

Kofi Annan

Core Values

Raising Leaders

The destiny of Africa rests in the hands of its young learners. We firmly believe a strong educational foundation is essential for future leadership success.

Equitable Access

Quality education for all is deeply ingrained in our foundation’s ethos. Regardless of economic background, every African child deserves access to this fundamental human right.

Sustainable Economies

Accelerating Educational Development in underserved regions of the African continent serves as a bedrock for building sustainable economies.

Independence & Neutrality

We maintain autonomy in decision-making, free from bias and undue influence by any particular interest group, organization, or individual. Our mission and values guide our actions and initiatives rather than external pressures or agendas.

Accountability

At the heart of CSF’s essence lies accountability. We endeavor to maintain maximum openness and transparency regarding our activities and financial allocations. Our annual report provides stakeholders with a clear and concise overview of the foundation’s performance and operations.

Durable Partnerships

In pursuit of our mandate as key social agents in the educational sector, developing cross-sector collaborations with relevant stakeholders at the local, regional & global levels is non-negotiable. Forging synergistic partnerships with organizations and institutions lies at the heart of our core mission.