by I believe the African Entrepreneurs Association (AAE) serves as an exceptional platform
for me to learn from the valuable entrepreneurial experiences and entrepreneurial journeys of African
entrepreneurs. It also represents a remarkable opportunity for me to do my utmost to support these outstanding African entrepreneurs, which is the core purpose of
my participation. The African continent faces significant educational disparities, with over
22 million children of primary school age out of school, according to UNESCO. This reality
drives my desire to work with organizations like AAE and entrepreneurs who are
addressing these educational gaps. I see this internship not only as a chance to gain practical insights
into social entrepreneurship but also as a first step toward building a sustainable bridge
between Chinese resources and African educational initiatives.
Mr. Hussein Gibreel Musa Salih is the entrepreneur I have chosen. His company, Masarij,
is a forward-looking education service provider committed to improving the accessibility
and equity of education in underserved regions. The primary reason for my selection is
that I firmly believe education is a fundamental and irreplaceable pillar for individual
growth and social development. Masarij uses mobile learning platforms and local
community hubs to deliver STEM education to children in rural Sudan, where traditional
schools are scarce. I am eager to collaborate with his team to help people in relatively
underprivileged regions gain access to equitable，and high-quality educational resources.
For my task sub-option, I have selected the China-Africa Project Matchmaking. I am
convinced that we can leverage mainstream Chinese media and digital platforms, such as
Xiaohongshu and Bilibili, to enhance Masarij’s global and local visibility. There are a
large number of Chinese citizens working, studying and conducting business across
various regions in Africa. Once they learn about the company’s mission and services,
they will likely be willing to recommend it to their local friends and partners. Meanwhile, we can
recruit dedicated local volunteers in Africa to conduct on-site promotion and provide
targeted offline support and services to local communities in need.
This internship is not just a learning experience but a commitment to contributing to
equitable education in Africa. My goal is not only to complete a short-term task but also to
establish a long-term feedback mechanism, sharing Masarij’s case with Chinese
educational NGOs to explore the possibility of replicating its model in more African
countries. I aim to build a sustainable bridge between Chinese resources and African
educational initiatives, starting with supporting Masarij.
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