During the 100 days of genocide killings, many pupils and teachers were massacred and many more fled the country to escape justice and retribution. Since 1994, the number of school teachers has increased through government recruitment efforts. There has also been an increase in school enrolments, however, retention and repetition rates remain high, meaning that nearly half of Rwandan children either never attend or fail to complete primary school, and out of those who do only 17% pass the examination at the end of Primary 6. Although Primary education is now free in Rwanda, many children cannot afford the necessary materials needed which affects their attendance.

Aid for Education hopes to build a school where the children can have a better education. As well as training new teachers, we will work with schools in the community by training local teachers who will then bring their new skills into the local classrooms.