Drive to Inspire – Empowering Youth, Transforming Africa: Our Mission to Drive Change

Inspiring Young Minds, Empowering Youth.

Drive to Inspire—Africa is an NGO that seeks to inspire and mentor teenagers and young adults especially girls, to aim high, while assisting them with opportunities that allow them to reach their potential and become real assets to their homes, communities, and beyond..

Empowering Youth, Transforming Africa

Drive to Inspire-Africa is birthed from the strong belief that, with guidance and encouragement, children even from the least privileged of backgrounds can be inspired to become key agents of change.

Support Our Initiatives

Drive to Inspire – Africa is looking for individuals and institutions to support our efforts in any way possible. You can play a pivotal role in shaping the future by volunteering during our outreach trips to schools, becoming a mentor or counsellor or extending financial assistance. Your contribution will go a long way in helping to support students in accessing better opportunities. Join us in making a positive impact on future generations!

Developing Africa’s Human Capital

Africa’s greatest resource is its youth. With over 60% of the continent’s population under the age of 25, investing in young people is essential to Africa’s long-term development. Through mentorship, skills development, and leadership opportunities, Drive to Inspire–Africa equips young people with the guidance, networks, and confidence they need to translate potential into productivity and impact.

Schools Outreach

Drive to Inspire – Africa visits schools nationwide with professionals, sharing their experiences to inspire students to stay focused and work towards achieving their goals

Career Guidance

We provide career guidance and counselling services to assist students in evaluating their options and making informed decisions.

Mentorship

The Drive to Inspire – Africa Mentoring Programme is focused on teenagers and young adults especially girls. We pair mentees with professionals who offer advice, support and constructive role modelling.

Scholarships

Drive to Inspire – Africa offers scholarships to academically talented yet economically disadvantaged girls, enabling them to pursue higher education and vocational training, breaking the cycle of poverty in their families.

Our story

Inspiring Young Minds

Based in Accra, Ghana, Drive to Inspire – Africa is birthed from the strong belief that, with guidance and encouragement, children even from the least privileged of backgrounds can be inspired to become key agents of change. This is especially so for Africa, where almost 60% of the population is currently under the age of 25, poverty is prevalent and youth unemployment is more than double that of adult unemployment.

Our Values

Drive to Inspire Africa’s goal is to run an organisation that is accountable to its donors, sponsors, regulators, stakeholders, and community; relentless in its efforts to achieve its mission and compassionate in its dealings with its beneficiaries.

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Accountability

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Resilience

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Compassion

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Our Purpose

We aim to bridge the gap between privileged and less privileged children by providing resources to push or support bright and (or) gifted yet less privileged children to achieve their dreams through education and mentorship.

Testimonials

Mr. Mark Gray

Serving as a mentor for the Drive to Inspire Africa 3-month Mentorship Program has been a deeply rewarding and inspiring experience.

I had the privilege of mentoring Benedicta Owusu Afriyie, a bright and determined first-year student at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, who is pursuing Business Administration with a focus on logistics, supply chain management, and business information technology.

From the beginning of our mentorship journey, Benedicta showed a strong willingness to grow not only academically but also personally and professionally. Her passion for building confidence in public speaking, developing strong peer networks, and exploring technological opportunities within her field was evident. I was particularly moved by her eagerness to leverage my background in multimedia and youth advocacy to help shape her own path. Throughout the program, our interactions were marked by mutual respect, curiosity, and a shared vision for self-empowerment. We explored strategies for personal branding, effective communication, goal setting, and using digital tools for professional development.

Watching Benedicta become more confident in articulating her aspirations and seeking out growth opportunities was a true highlight of my mentorship experience. I applaud Drive to Inspire Africa for creating this unique platform that bridges generations and empowers young people through mentorship. I am honored to have contributed to this initiative and look forward to supporting future editions.

Benedicta Owusu Afriyie

Hi, I’m Benedicta Owusu Afriyie, a mentee from the Drive to Inspire mentorship program. Working with my mentor, Mr. Mark Gray, was an incredible experience. He equipped me with valuable knowledge and skills that have had a significant impact on my life. One of the most significant benefits I gained was overcoming my fear of public speaking. Mr. Gray encouraged me to participate in class discussions, and I was able to build my confidence in speaking up. He also taught me essential skills like time management, self-discipline, and resilience, which have been instrumental in my academic journey.

Through the program, I gained knowledge in business intelligence, data analytics, digital marketing, and e-commerce, which proved invaluable during my exams. I was able to apply these skills and answer questions confidently, even though I hadn’t been taught them in class. Mr. Gray’s guidance helped me develop a growth mindset, seeing challenges as opportunities rather than limitations. He also shared strategies for overcoming procrastination and staying motivated, which have been game-changers for me.

As a Level 100 student at KNUST, this mentorship program has been a huge blessing. I’m grateful for the support and guidance Mr. Gray provided, and I highly appreciate the Drive to Inspire program for creating such a valuable opportunity. Thank you, Mr. Mark Gray, and thank you, Drive to Inspire, for making a positive impact on my life.