Empowering people.
Transforming communities.
Imagine going to school in a dilapidated building without a roof, toilets, or lights, let alone school supplies. Picture yourself hungry, in economic despair, with no access to resources that can help you. For many Nigerian communities, like Sapele, this is reality.
Mission Africa is working to change this by providing Sapele residents a network of support to help educate, heal, and grow.
Sapele, Nigeria Fact Sheet
The average age of half of Nigeria's population.
The percentage of Nigerian people who live in rural areas.
The number of infant deaths out of 1,000.
The number of miles villagers walk to get to water.
The percentage of the Sapele population without access to safe water.
The number of Sapele children who do not attend school.
Journey of Hope Medical Mission Trip
We are very excited to report the 2022 Medical mission trip to Sapele / Big Warri was a huge success! We were able to fundraise with the help of our footsteps of faith 5k race participants over $6, 000 that went to organize over 10 Medical Personnel and medical supplies to perform general surgeries and procedures to community members in need of medical care.
Registration is open for our 2024 Footsteps of Faith 5k. Check out our events tab or the dedicated Footsteps of Faith 5K page for details about the race and how to register.
This has been an Amazing year for The Mission Africa Project and with your help we can continue to give more HOPE!
The Mission Africa Story
Mission Africa was founded in 2007. At that time, founder Victor Jakpor, of Sapele, Nigeria, answered the call to help the children of his homeland who no longer had the ability to receive a good education.
Partner with Mission Africa.
Your financial gifts to Mission Africa make a lasting impact on Nigerian communities in need.
100% of funds are used to provide desperately needed resources such as textbooks, water wells, and access to healthcare services.
The Gospel + Food + Water + Education + Life Skills/Entrepreneurship Mentoring for Families = Long term, sustainable transformation for the 59,000 children of Sapele and beyond!
Our Projects
Education
Due to poor conditions, lack of supplies, and limited accessibility, schools in Sapele, Nigeria, struggle to accommodate students. The town is home to nearly 59,000 children under age fourteen, yet half of them do not attend school. Of those who do, the average age students drop out is nine years old.
In collaboration with local leaders, and through initiatives like annual book drives, Mission Africa is devoted to improving the overall quality of education with the goal of increasing student retention and the hope of a brighter future.
Water Systems & Health Services
Inadequate sanitation systems, safe drinking water, and medical care are significant obstacles to the health and well-being of most Nigerians. In Sapele alone, 70% of the population does not have access to clean drinking water and 90% live without available sanitation methods. Due to widespread poverty, most people cannot afford basic healthcare.
Mission Africa is working to provide wells and latrines to this community and has partnered with medical professionals in Sapele to provide needed medical supplies. These continued efforts will have a sustained, positive impact on this population.
Community Dream Center
Plans are already underway to carry out Mission Africa’s vision for an all-encompassing community center. Designed to be a nurturing, enriching environment, it welcomes all members of the community and is a source of educational programs, workforce development, and importantly, fellowship.
Click the “learn more” button below, to discover more information and join us on our journey to help the people of Sapele.
Mission Trips
Mission Africa ventures on a medical mission trip annually to Sapele, Nigeria. These missions brings much needed health care to underserved communities. Poor infrastructure and sanitation conditions create incredible obstacles to daily safety that necessitate outside help. By providing critical assistance every year, Mission Africa hopes to create a pathway toward a better tomorrow for these communities in need. Donations actively fuel Mission Africa’s ability to continue providing this essential service to the people of Sapele.
Click the “learn more” button to understand more information about Mission Africa’s yearly impact and how you too can help those in need.
Feeding Program
Lack of food is a critical issue across developing nations. Children without access to nutrition are at risk of underdevelopment. To ensure the health and safety of youth across Sapele, Mission Africa is constructing a feeding program that provides daily meals to those in need. By conquering hunger, children and the communities around them are able to better focus on a brighter future to come.
Click the “learn more” button to take part in fighting against malnutrition and learn how your donation can make a world of difference.