The Bantwana Regional Network

Bantwana helps orphans & vulnerable children affected by HIV and poverty in Africa by strengthening communities to care for them.
@BantwanaZim @BantwanaUg

[World Education @WorldEd]

Meet The Bantwana Regional Network!

Members Bantwana #Zimbabwe, Bantwana #Eswatini, and Bantwana #Uganda evolved from World Ed to local, independent organizations in 2018, 2021, and 2023 respectively.

Learn more: https://t.co/ihiLSWnAuU #LocalRootsGlobalImpact @Bantwanaovc

[The Bantwana Regional Network @BantwanaOVC]

We're thrilled to announce the launch of the Bantwana Regional Network!

The network connects our teams in #Zimbabwe #Eswatini & #Uganda to expand our impact while maintaing the Bantwana brand.

We move forward independently from @worlded. Learn more: https://t.co/wJqHXINf0W

[World Education @WorldEd]

Initiative→Affiliate→Partner!

In 2023, our @BantwanaOVC team in #Uganda established itself as an independent local organization, and now we're partnering on the Targeting the Learning Crisis program to improve academic achievement through targeted instruction! @Bantwana_Ug

[World Education @WorldEd]

We are pleased to announce a new award from @USAID in #Uganda.

The Targeting the Learning Crisis program will use evidence-based pedagogical approaches, such as targeted instruction and the #TaRL to improve learning outcomes for primary students. https://t.co/me8Mt6k00J

[Bantwana Zimbabwe @BantwanaZim]

Celebrating @BantwanaZim Executive Director @mbonisi263 awarded top manager Gold category at #zimceonetwork awards. Leadership excellence that has seen Bantwana impacting over 1.2 million under the 4 pillars, Child Protection, Health, Education & Economic Strengthening. Amhlope👏

[Bantwana Zimbabwe @BantwanaZim]

On #WorldSocialWorkForceWeek, we celebrate the invaluable work of social service workers in safeguarding children. Through the national case management, they are equipped to identify, respond to, and protect children in our communities. Together, we create a brighter tomorrow.

[Bantwana Initiative Uganda @BantwanaUg]

Last week in Fort Portal, our Teen Mother ToT sessions covered essential parenting tips and techniques, which are essential for Early Childhood Development. (ECD) These skills are vital for the growth and well-being of their children. #TeenMothers #Parenting #ChildDevelopment

[Bantwana Zimbabwe @BantwanaZim]

@BantwanaZim is at the International AIDS Conference #PutPeopleFirst in Germany. Director Mbonisi Tshuma & health specialist Nonhlahla Ndlovu will present a poster on the abstract titled; Active Case finding: the missing piece of the puzzle, the case of seven districts in 🇿🇼.

[The Bantwana Regional Network @BantwanaOVC]

This #DayoftheAfricanChild, we recognize the educational challenges facing African children & the need to bridge gaps to achieve #EducationforAll.

We must address financial barriers, promote safety, invest in teachers, & engage communities at all levels. https://t.co/FivXBWKOnX

[Bantwana Zimbabwe @BantwanaZim]

The Integrated Mother Baby Course(IMBC) for pregnant and lactating mothers under the Zingane OVC project funded by @PEPFAR & @UsaidZimbabwe, we are providing services to address post-partum depression to young mothers.
#mentalhealthforall
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

[JSI | Better health & education outcomes. For all. @JSIhealth]

Last month, our Behavior Effect livecast brought together incredible speakers from @BantwanaZim, @GirlEffect, @UNICEF, and @WorldEd to discuss the power of social accountability. Watch the recording! https://t.co/7PHgaxAZ6G
#socialandbehaviorchange

[JSI | Better health & education outcomes. For all. @JSIhealth]

📣 Join JSI’s Patience Ndlovu for a conversation with experts from @BantwanaZim, @GirlEffect, and @UNICEF on the importance of social accountability in programs supporting #AGYW.

🗓️ February 27 at 8 a.m. EST
✍️ Register: https://t.co/fu6Tz1vwVo

#BehaviorEffect #SBC

[SWAGAA @SWAGAA951]

Yesterday @WomenUnlimited3 @BantwanaOVC launched the campaign: "Preventing Sexual Harassment in Institutions of Higher Learning", at the University of Eswatini Sports Emporium. We joined partners in engaging with the students and showcasing our services. #SafeCampuses #EndGBV

[UK in Eswatini 🇬🇧🇸🇿 @UKinEswatini]

We were honoured to join @WomenUnlimited3 at the launch of their #WhatWorks project to address sexual harassment in higher learning institutions.

The @FCDOGovUK funded programme aims to scale up evidence-based, practice-informed prevention of violence against women and girls.

[Adobe Document Cloud @AdobeDocCloud]

By digitizing healthcare materials, @WorldEd community case workers have sped up and nearly doubled their reach in Malawi.

Plus, PDFs enable seamless updates, promote accessibility, and are much easier to transport. Learn more: ⬇️ https://t.co/QCTboyIkhB

[Bantwana Zimbabwe @BantwanaZim]

Happy Monday! Mondays are for celebrating girls in school.
#educationforall

[World Education @WorldEd]

Let's break the cycle of school dropout.

Our Dropout Early Warning System takes a holistic view of the factors that lead to dropout and equips educators to provide support that helps young people stay in school. https://t.co/jTvD9Xci6t #InternationalEducationDay @BantwanaOVC

[Harvard Business School Online @online_HBS]

Did you miss this live Q&A between @WorldEd's #Bantwana Initiative and HBS Online Community Organizers from the Australian Chapters? #PurposeDriven

Don't worry, you can find it here: https://t.co/GbWaLTDj37

[World Education @WorldEd]

Gender inequality deepens when women must depend on their partners for their livelihoods, heightening the risk of violence at home.

Our Siyakha model supports young women to earn income and make informed decisions about their health & wellbeing. #16days
https://t.co/pKtvmCXK35

[Harvard Business School Online @online_HBS]

🌍 Takeover alert! 🌏 Today, @WorldEd's @BantwanaOVC team is taking over our Instagram Stories today to share their takes on empowering communities to help vulnerable children thrive and families succeed.

Tune in throughout the day: https://t.co/yWjJEjJBZz