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Fundraising in this “new normal” can feel daunting. Large-scale fundraising events are now off-limits, and it seems likely that there will be some restrictions on events and gatherings for the foreseeable future. With this in mind, we thought it would be useful to put together a list of 10 socially distanced fundraising ideas that you can easily organise from home. Enjoy!

Three years’ on, African Adventures’ Director, Dan, looks back at one of the biggest African Adventures Foundation fundraisers to date: The Big Bike…

This week’s travel tale is provided by one of our amazing Trip Co-ordinators, Laura, who tells us about her adventure to the remote island of…

This weeks travel tale is provided by Rachel, Our Marketing and Communications manager. Rachel talks about adapting to a new COVID-19 influenced lifestyle and the heartbreak of realising her trip to Kenya with Derby County Community Trust was no longer going ahead.

In 2015, our Marketing Officer, Rosie, spent four weeks volunteering at Mangoto Secondary School in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania. In this week’s blog, we…

This months travel tales sees a throwback to Antonia Howell’s 2016 trip to Ghana with Poole High School. This first hand account of what it is…

Katie, our Trip Co-Ordinator, took on the challenge of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in 2018. In this month’s travel tale, walk through the amazing adventure of…

We’ve compiled a few of our top tips for keeping motivated whilst working at home, and generally staying positive during this surreal time that we’re all living in.

As the coronavirus outbreak develops, the FCO has advised against all but essential travel to Ghana and Kenya. Read our blog to find out more information about upcoming trips.

In honour of World Wildlife Day, we have created a guide for travellers on what they should look out for when wanting to take part in ethical animal encounters.

It is often said that travelling can lead to some of the best experiences of your life. Whilst we can’t guarantee this, we do have a plan in place to ensure that our Youth Development Programme lives up to expectations. Here’s how…

Here at African Adventures, we’re committed to doing better – for the sake of all people and the planet. We’re proud to announce the launch of our Green Team, a group of like-minded staff in our UK office who are responsible for assessing how we can reduce the environmental impact of our work. We’ve also created two new webpages, explaining The Problem and The Solution in more detail.

Are you considering travelling to Ghana? The Gold Coast is famous for it's traditional, laid-back way of living. Here are some highlights of Ghana as a destination and what you can expect to see during your visit.

Volunteering in Africa is becoming an increasingly popular choice for those who want to experience new and exciting landscapes and cultures but also possess the desire to encompass the altruistic aspect within their trip.

In our ‘Project Progress’ blogs, we explore the history of our partner projects, discuss the work carried out by our volunteers, and look at what our project leaders have planned for the future. This blog will look at Chaddy Mission School, one of our biggest partner projects, which is based in Nakuru, Kenya.

Taking some time out and putting your mind to a new challenge to give yourself a break from university or before moving into the world of work can be really beneficial.

Over the years, our groups have been unwavering in their loyalty and dedication, and Springfield School in Portsmouth is a wonderful example. Last year, parents, students and teachers donated over £14,000 to our Foundation.

2020 is set to be an exciting time, especially if you’re aged between 16-19. The start of a new decade offers you the chance to think about what you want to accomplish in order to make this pivotal period of your life the best – and most memorable - it can be.