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USAP Community School Class of 2023 Application Now Open!

The USAP Community School will now be accepting applications for the Class of 2023, which will be the schools third class. 45 students will receive placements to start in January 2022. About the USAP Community School The USAP Community School is an A-level residential school fortalented but economically disadvantaged students from across Zimbabwe. The school … Continue reading USAP Community School Class of 2023 Application Now Open!

2025 Simbisa, HAC, USAP Run

On Sunday, May 18th, Simbisa Brands, in partnership with the Harare Athletic Club (HAC), hosted the 2025 Roger Brackley Half Marathon at Old Georgians Sports Club in Mount Pleasant, Harare. The event, which featured 5km, 10km, and 21km races, was held to raise funds for the USAP Community School. It brought together a vibrant community … Continue reading 2025 Simbisa, HAC, USAP Run

USAPCS Africa Day 2025: Unity in Culture and Celebration

There are school events… and then there are events that leave a mark on your memory, stir your soul, and remind you of the power of togetherness. Africa Day 2025 was exactly that,  a heartwarming, vibrant, and unforgettable celebration that turned a regular day into a spectacular tapestry of culture, creativity, and connection. From the … Continue reading USAPCS Africa Day 2025: Unity in Culture and Celebration

TEXPO Hackathon 2025: USAPCS team, Tech Titans become first runner up

The TEXPO Hackathon 2025 was a resounding success, bringing together talented individuals from diverse backgrounds to innovate, create, and solve complex tech-problems. Notably, out of over 40 blind applications without school names, 3 out of 8 finalist teams were from USAP Community School, showcasing the hard work all the teams put into their projects. Let’s … Continue reading TEXPO Hackathon 2025: USAPCS team, Tech Titans become first runner up

Accelerating Careers, Transforming Africa: Inside the 2025 ACN Regional Event

ACN Regional Event, Harare, Zimbabwe  From May 6–7, 2025, the Africa Careers Networks (ACN), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, hosted over 200 ALA and Mastercard Foundation scholars and alumni in Harare, Zimbabwe, for a powerful two-day Regional Event that brought together youth, employers, industry leaders and educators – including Education Matters, an affiliate for … Continue reading Accelerating Careers, Transforming Africa: Inside the 2025 ACN Regional Event

USAP Launches 25th Anniversary Celebrations in Harare

On Monday, May 5, 2025, Education Matters hosted a get together to launch the USAP at 25 Harare commemorations. The gathering brought together Education Matters affiliates part of Mastercard Foundation and  USAP alumni from first classes to the recent USAP Community School cohorts who took time to reconnect, share experience and network together. The afternoon … Continue reading USAP Launches 25th Anniversary Celebrations in Harare

USAP at 25: Join the Celebration!

Believe it or not, USAP is turning 25! This year marks 25 years of USAP changing lives, shaping futures, and proving that indeed Education Matters. To celebrate this incredible milestone, we are turning the spotlight on our inspiring alumni, passionate Education Matters supporters, and global USAP family and friends. USAP is a community which spans … Continue reading USAP at 25: Join the Celebration!

Capstone Fellowship impact in Tongogara Camp

In Tongogara Refugee Camp,Chipinge, Zimbabwe two Capstone Fellows from USAP Community School are using their projects to address real and often overlooked issues within their community. Neka Ben Bukasa(USAPCS’24) and Sostene Kashindi(USAPCS’24) are each leading initiatives aimed at supporting vulnerable groups—people living with disabilities and the elderly. Their projects go beyond academic research. Through practical, … Continue reading Capstone Fellowship impact in Tongogara Camp

2025 Capstone Fellowship Mid-Program Retreat

The 2025 Capstone Fellowship Mid-Program Retreat was a game-changer! Picture a dynamic gathering of young changemakers, passionate about transforming their communities, coming together for three days of collaboration, mentorship, and breakthrough ideas. This wasn’t just a retreat—it was an accelerator for innovation, pushing the nine 2025 Capstone fellows to think bigger and execute bolder! The … Continue reading 2025 Capstone Fellowship Mid-Program Retreat

Supporting Careers of Impact: Education Matters Hires Careers Associate

“Sometimes the journey you take is not just about where you end up, but the impact you have along the way.” These words encapsulate the path of Sibusisiwe Mukwakwami Madziyire (Sibu), whose journey has been defined by a passion for supporting others, advocating for marginalized communities, and creating a lasting impact. Education Matters is thrilled … Continue reading Supporting Careers of Impact: Education Matters Hires Careers Associate