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DRC: Students and Teachers at Elimu Bora School Take a Stand Against Child Marriage
On 21 January 2026, PAAenfance RDC organised a school engagement activity at Elimu Bora School Complex in North Kivu Province, Democratic Republic of Congo, as part of the 100 Days of Action to End Child Marriage. The session aimed to raise awareness among students and teachers about child marriage and to encourage commitment to protecting children’s rights through education and community action. Teachers at the school played an active role in guiding discussions with student


Sierra Leone: A National Pledging Day Strengthens Commitment to Implement Child Marriage Law
As part of the 100 Days of Action to End Child Marriage, the Ministry of Gender and Children’s Affairs, with support and in partnership with Child Marriage Free World, The West Africa Youth Network for Peace Education and Economic Development (WAYNPEED) and Community Solidarity to Improve Lives(ComSIL), convened a National Pledging Event to advance implementation of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act 2024 in Sierra Leone. Held at the Ministry’s conference hall in Freetown


Mali: Community and Schools Mobilise Action in Kalabancoro
As part of the 100 Days of Action to End Child Marriage, Le Relais “Malian Education Association” is leading community and school-based efforts in Zougoumé and Kabala-Est, within the Kalabancoro community in Mali. Le Relais, established in 1992, works to support children, youth, and adults who are out of school by providing education, literacy, and vocational training. Its work also focuses on supporting girls and women through income-generating opportunities and community en


Zimbabwe: Community Leaders and Families Take Action in Luunga, Binga
As part of the 100 Days of Action to End Child Marriage, Quegas Mutale convened a community awareness meeting in Luunga Village, Binga District, Zimbabwe, on 24 December 2025. The event brought together 77 participants, including 24 women and girls and 53 men and boys, drawn from local leadership, faith institutions, schools, and families. The programme focused on strengthening community responsibility in preventing child marriage and promoting child protection. Participants


Nigeria: Students Lead Awareness Effort in Kan Tudu, Gombe State
Students and teachers from Courageous Kids Academy in Kan Tudu, Kashere District (Akko Local Government Area), Gombe State, organized a community awareness event as part of the 100 Days of Action under the Child Marriage Free World campaign. The session brought together 37 students for a discussion on child marriage and how it affects education, wellbeing, and future opportunities. The conversation helped students better understand the issue and reflect on the role they can p
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