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Team Maranyundo included board members, their families, and friends running to raise awareness and funds for girls’ education in Rwanda.

Ten girls from Maranyundo Girls School in Rwanda formed the Maran Lego Aquaflares and competed in the 2024–2025 First Lego League National Championship. They built a robot to collect plastic waste and created impactful projects like an AI fact-checker and a robotic arm. Though they didn’t win, the experience empowered them with confidence, teamwork, and a vision for change through STEM.

From a first poetry performance at Maranyundo to the stage at Brown University, Dominique is turning passion into purpose, grounded in the discipline and support she found at MGS.

The gathering brought together friends, colleagues, and supporters to learn more about the mission of the Maranyundo Girls School and the Maranyundo Training and Learning Center (MTLC).

This March, the Maranyundo community gathered for a special Open House event to celebrate the ongoing progress and exciting developments at the school. With great enthusiasm, Sister Eugenia, the program lead, shared details about the groundbreaking Maranyundo Teaching and Learning Center (MTLC), which is set to become a hub for innovation and excellence in education.

See how you can help Maranyundo push back on the USAID funding stop-order.

This Fall, Rwanda TV aired a story featuring two Maranyundo Girls School (MGS) students and their Makerspace STEM projects (i.e. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).

Read about the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) by former Rwandan Minister of Education, Honorable Gaspard Twagirayezu, the Benebikira Sisters, and the Maranyundo Initiative, officially launching the Maranyundo Training and Learning Center (MTLC), with the grand opening happening in February 2025.

Read about how Maranyundo Initiative’s recent trip to Rwanda sparked meaningful collaborations and inspiring progress. From celebrating the achievements of MGS graduates to strengthening local connections, this journey highlights Maranyundo’s ongoing commitment to empowering the next generation of education in Rwanda.

Read about MGS's impressive recent Science and Technology events during the beginning of 2024, including celebrating Women and Girls in Science, testing the Ingazi platform for youth upskilling, and winning accolades at Rwanda's First Lego League Challenge. Don't miss out on this inspiring journey!

Read about how Maranyundo is revolutionizing education with the Maranyundo Training and Learning Center (MTLC). Dive into our latest blog to learn about innovative programming, groundbreaking initiatives, and the impactful journey toward empowering digital literacy in Rwanda.

Read about the recent Maranyundo and UGHE visits and the Maranyundo College Counseling Program. From fostering self-awareness to celebrating success stories, the dedicated College Counseling program guides students through five empowering stages, ensuring each choice aligns with their strengths. Explore global perspectives through campus visits and broadened horizons.

Read about First Lady Jeannette Kagame's recent visits to Maranyundo Girls School – from celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child to fostering discussions on strong families. Together, we're committed to education and empowerment.

Read about our recent 'Umuryango' Event: Celebrating Maranyundo Community! It was an evening filled with warmth, celebration, and inspiring stories that echo the heartbeat of the Maranyundo community.

Sister Ann was buried on Sunday, October 8th, 2023 in Rwanda at the Sisters’ Cemetery in Save with a wake and service on October 7th at the Maranyundo Girls School.

In her honor, we gathered a collection of tributes from the Maranyundo community, family, and friends of beloved Sister Ann Fox. To submit your own tribute to Sister Ann, fill out the form at this link.

Read about what is happening at MGS from the girls, themselves!

On March 18, MGS hosted an engineering education training for 20 teachers from nearby schools. These teachers were from the Bugesera district and other Benebikira schools. All of the teachers were trained on a new program designed by the Tufts Center for Education and Engineering Outreach supported by a grant from the LEGO foundation.