Phakama

In many communities across Africa, something as simple as a school backpack is a luxury most families cannot afford. As a result, many children carry their books in plastic shopping bags. These bags tear easily, don’t protect books from rain, and often lead to schoolwork being damaged or lost. This makes learning even more difficult for children who are already facing many challenges.

At YAMI Community Projects, we believe every child deserves the right tools to learn with confidence and dignity. That’s why we provide strong, durable, locally made backpacks designed to handle everyday use and protect school materials in all weather conditions.

Our backpacks are carefully made from high-quality materials, ensuring they last for years. This means they can even be passed on to younger siblings once a child moves on, allowing one gift to impact more than one life. This sustainable approach helps stretch resources further while creating lasting value for families.

Through this initiative, we’re not just giving out bags — we’re helping restore confidence, responsibility, and opportunity, so every child can carry their books with pride and focus on what truly matters: learning and building a brighter future.