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Celebrating 25 Years of Transformative Education

USAP is turning 25! What started in 1999 as a bold initiative to expand access to higher education for talented students in Zimbabwe has grown into a powerful and global community of changemakers. Throughout 2025, we are celebrating this milestone with events around the world—bringing together alumni, supporters, and friends to reconnect, reflect, and reimagine what comes next. From career sessions to community gatherings and networking events, we are shining a light on 25 years of access, impact, and the belief that education truly matters.

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Overview

The United Students Achievers Program (USAP) was originally launched in 1999 by our Director, Rebecca Zeigler Mano, then the EducationUSA Country Coordinator at the U.S. Embassy in Zimbabwe. USAP began with the aim of providing access to higher education for determined, bright, low-income youth, producing highly-skilled and liberally-educated leaders for tomorrow’s Zimbabwe. The program has expanded over the years under Education Matters to include the USAP Community School, Zimbabwe Career Connect programs, TWEENS in Tongogara Refugee Camp and alumni networks across the African continent, Europe, Canada, the United States and beyond. During this time, over 1000+ students have received educational access opportunities through USAP and Education Matters.

Throughout 2025 both online and in person, we will be showcasing powerful stories, and the extraordinary impact USAP has made across the world. As we celebrate this incredible milestone, we are inviting everyone to celebrate with us, including, our alumni family and Education Matters supporters throughout the year.

Peer to Peer Fundraising

We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated fundraisers who have gone above and beyond to support our mission. Your efforts are making a significant impact, and we couldn't do it without you.

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Peer to Peer Fundraising

We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated fundraisers who have gone above and beyond to support our mission. Your efforts are making a significant impact, and we couldn't do it without you.

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Alumni Who Inspire

Our Alumni reflect on their path after USAP in this video series, sharing personal stories of growth, challenges, and triumphs. Each episode delves into the unique journeys of our graduates, highlighting how USAP has equipped them with the skills and confidence to excel in diverse fields. From groundbreaking research in science to innovative projects in the arts, our alumni are making significant contributions worldwide.
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USAP at 25: Alumni Who Inspire: Nyasha Fidelis Shumbayarerwa
USAP at 25: Alumni Who Inspire: Precious Nemutenzi
USAP at 25: Alumni Who Inspire: Blossom
USAP at 25: Alumni Who Inspire: Kudakwashe Chikovo
USAP at 25: Alumni Who Inspire: Isabel Masawi
USAP at 25: Alumni Who Inspire: Eric Khumalo
Events

Celebration Hubs

We’re not just celebrating online—this year, USAP alumni, friends, and supporters are coming together in person at events around the world to mark 25 years of impact, connection, and community.

From Zimbabwe to the United States, and across Africa, Europe, and beyond, USAP@25 celebration hubs will bring together alumni across generations. These gatherings are a chance to reconnect, build new networks, share stories, and reflect on how far we’ve come.
Each event will have its own unique energy, centered around community, joy, and celebrating the journey we’ve taken together.

These moments will build toward our global USAP@25 Run/Walk celebration on September 20, where our community will come together—wherever we are—to move, reflect, and celebrate 25 years in stride. Check this page for updates on dates and locations. We can’t wait to see you there.

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