We are pleased to announce a new partnership with Edna Adan University, Somaliland. This collaboration is a pivotal step in WTI's mission to provide quality education in regions impacted by conflict and poverty.

Windle Trust International is set to launch its educational programmes in Somaliland in 2024, marking our first expansion into a new country since 2006. This significant venture underscores our enduring commitment to fostering educational opportunities in regions affected by conflict and poverty.

Windle Trust International is proud to announce the publication of its 2023 Annual Accounts, now available for review on our website. The past year presented unprecedented challenges, particularly with the outbreak of conflict in Sudan, yet WTI remained steadfast in its mission to expand access to quality education for communities affected by conflict, displacement, and marginalisation.

Windle Trust International is delighted to announce that our CEO, David Masua, has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters by the University of Reading, UK. This honour recognises David’s remarkable contributions to education in East Africa, particularly in supporting refugees and displaced individuals.

Following a meeting of the Windle Trust International South Sudan Alumni Association, a new Steering Committee has been elected with a vision to relaunch and reinvigorate the community, and to establish a network of individuals dedicated to the progress and development of South Sudan.

Windle Trust International was privileged to be represented at the Global Refugee Forum Education Campus 2023 by its CEO Mr. David Masua. The Global Refugee Forum provides a platform for states and stakeholders to publicly pledge their commitment to the objectives of the Global Compact for Refugees.

Windle Trust International congratulates and celebrates the achievements of three of our committed staff members for their recent graduation with Masters degrees in Education and Procurement.

Rita’s journey as a teacher started way back in 2013 after my admission to university to study education. I had dreamed of becoming a lawyer, but the journey that shattered this dream soon turned out to be the best decision ever.

WTI’s Postgraduate Programme scholars came together for the WTI Summer Conference from the 1st to the 2nd of July 2023. These dedicated individuals, gathered to strengthen connections, cultivate inspiration, and deepen their bonds.

We, at Windle Trust International, proudly celebrate the recent recognition of our esteemed alumnus, Johnny Ohisa Damian, at the African Business Leadership Awards in London. His steadfast dedication and noteworthy leadership as the Governor of the Central Bank of South Sudan have earned him the prestigious award of Governor of the Year.

The Payak Primary School in South Sudan stands as a shining example of how community ownership can revolutionise local education. Guided by Windle Trust International, the school's community has come together, raising funds and resources to improve their school's facilities. This inspiring story underlines the potential power communities have in transforming their local schools and the education of their children.

We are pleased to announce that with support from the Open Society Foundation, Windle Trust International has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Juba, School of Public Service to launch series of workshops on Ethical and Responsible Leadership.

In Sudan, a devastating conflict is raging, impacting countless lives and creating significant barriers to education. Despite the challenges, Windle Trust International remains committed to ensuring access to quality education for all affected individuals.

With military violence breaking out across Sudan this week, particularly in Khartoum, we have received a number of concerned enquiries about the welfare of our staff and our team in the country. We greatly appreciate this concern.

On the accession of International Women’s Day 2023, we at Windle Trust International would like to celebrate Jackline Pido, a South Sudanese refugee living and working in Khartoum, Sudan. Jackline caught up with Mr. David Masua the Windle Trust International’s Executive Director in Khartoum and she talked about what her UNHCR/DAFI Windle Trust International scholarship has done to transform her life as a woman and a refugee.

As we celebrate International Women's Day 2023, we want to take a moment to highlight the achievements of some of the female alumni of Windle Trust International's Postgraduate Programme. These individuals have not only excelled in their academic pursuits but have also made significant contributions to their home countries in East Africa since returning from their scholarships.

Windle Trust International opens a new school to support the education of refugees in Blue Nile State, Sudan.

We are pleased to announce a new partnership between Windle Trust International and the Friends of Ibba Girls’ School (FIGS) to support the management of Ibba Girls’ Boarding School (IGBS) in Western Equatoria State, South Sudan.

Windle Trust International are proud to announce the launch of a new scholarship programme as part of our flagship Postgraduate Programme. In collaboration with Windle International Uganda we are now supporting students from Sudan and South Sudan to study for a 2-year Taught-Masters degree in Uganda.

Windle Trust International (WTI) is pleased to report its successful participation in a UNHCR organised Higher Education Conference for South Sudanese Refugees living in Kosti, the Sudan.