About
SHADES Africa is dedicated to strengthening sustainable development systems in Southern Africa through collaborative efforts.SHADES Africa specializes in health systems strengthening, community-based programs, agriculture, and youth well-being. Our unique approach combines global expertise with local implementation, ensuring meaningful impact in communities. Recognized for our efforts in sustainable development, we proudly collaborate with diverse partners across the region to drive economic opportunity and resilience. As a regional franchise of WICE Global (wice.org), we extend our reach and impact by aligning with an international network committed to cultural exchange, education, and sustainable development.
Mission. SHADES Africa’s mission is to bridge the gap between strategy and implementation by strengthening systems, empowering local institutions, building partnerships, and delivering practical, sustainable solutions that improve health, livelihoods, food security, climate resilience, and environmental outcomes across Africa.
Focus areas
- Education
- Health
- Climate and environment
- Agriculture and food systems
- Water, sanitation and hygiene
- Digital inclusion
- Gender equality
- Child protection
Activities and approach
Approaches
- Systems strengthening
- Training and capacity strengthening
- Research and evidence
- Policy influencing
Capabilities
- Monitoring, evaluation and learning
- Technical expertise
- Research and evidence
- Policy and advocacy
- Training and capacity strengthening
- Grant management
- Lead programme delivery
- Innovation or technology
Populations served
- Women and girls
- Adolescents and young people
- Smallholder farmers
- Faith communities
- Entrepreneurs and small businesses
Support sought
- Flexible or core funding
- Project or programme funding
- Capacity strengthening
- Research partners
- Delivery partners
- Technical assistance