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9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

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Building a Nation: Civil Engineering in Cameroon

Wed, Mar 11, 2026

[Cameroon]

Through ASEC’s Scholarship Program, Sr. Wirba Blandine Kinyuy became the first ASEC-sponsored sister to study civil engineering, using her training to strengthen infrastructure and support sustainable development in Cameroon.

Overcoming Unemployment in Kenya

Tue, Jul 1, 2025

[Kenya]

In Kenya, Sr. Georgette Sawadogo, DDS, is using her ASEC-sponsored education to fight youth unemployment by creating jobs and empowering young people, especially young mothers, through vocational training and social entrepreneurship.

Technical & Vocational Training in Cameroon

Sun, Aug 11, 2024

[Cameroon]

Sr. Vera Bi Kiekiseeh Otia, HHCJ, principal of SPICOTEC in Cameroon, leverages her ASEC education to expand access to technical and vocational training, empowering youth to become entrepreneurs and job creators.

Transformation Over Time – Mgolole Orphanage

Thu, May 9, 2024

[Tanzania]

Over the past 7 years, the Orphanage Centre of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Sisters in Tanzania has undergone an immense transformation.

Tech-Savvy Sisters: Catholic Nuns Share How Technology Transforms Their Apostolates

Mon, Aug 2, 2021

[Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Cameroon, Malawi]

How Catholic nuns translate computer and tech skills into enhanced social services for Africa’s poor and vulnerable.

Nun Provides Safety to 700+ Young Students in Ghana

Mon, Jul 19, 2021

[Ghana]

Sr. Irene Christine Oparku’s leadership and grant-writing skills have changed the lives of her students in Ghana.

Ugandan Nun Makes Huge Improvements at Rural Primary School

Mon, Jun 14, 2021

[Uganda]

As head teacher, Sr. Betty is using her HESA program education to provide a stable yet constantly improving learning environment for kids in Uganda.

Following the Ripples – How Educating One Person Can Benefit Hundreds in Need

Mon, Apr 19, 2021

[Zambia]

The stories of four African women who used their education to change the lives of hundreds of people they serve.

Reducing the Spread and Stigma of HIV/AIDS in Kenya

Mon, Apr 12, 2021

[Kenya]

Sr. Norah is saving lives by providing preventative care and support services that reduce the spread and stigma of HIV/AIDS in Kenya.

Catholic Sisters Create a Safer World by Protecting Africa’s Children

Mon, Apr 5, 2021

[Kenya, Tanzania, Zambia, Ghana]

Catholic sisters are creating and running programs to protect the children who are the most at-risk among Africa’s rapidly growing population.

Sisters Improve School Conditions for Girls in Zambia

Mon, Oct 19, 2020

[Zambia]

Resource mobilization and project proposal writing skills learned in SLDI enable Sr. Christine to improve conditions at a girls’ boarding school in Zambia

The Importance of Rural Development in Tanzania

Mon, Sep 14, 2020

[Tanzania]

Sr. Magreth continues her education in order to assist her congregation in developing its rural ministries across Tanzania.

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