Congolese Refugee Project in Uganda

A powerful relief protocol is being implemented in Uganda to reduce stress and help with the revitalization of the life of Congolese refugees currently living in Uganda. The Transcendental Meditation technique has been repeatedly found to be effective in reducing PTSD and allowing normal social functioning in traumatized populations.

New research shows Transcendental Meditation empowers disadvantaged Ugandan mothers

A study published today in Health Care for Women International shows how the Transcendental Meditation technique can empower women’s lives, using measures of self-efficacy, perceived stress, and mental and physical quality of life. The practice was shown to help single, disadvantaged, illiterate mothers in Uganda deal with high levels of physical and psychological stress in their daily lives while improving their health, well-being, and...

Rights of Children Video Trailer, Mali

This video presents the challenges of primary and secondary education in Mali and other African countries….and an effective way to encourage greater participation in the educational process by students and parents alike....

Rights of Children TV Series, Mali

Jean Jacques Yem of Mali, a partner of the Institute for Excellence in Africa, has considerable experience writing, producing and directing TV series in West Africa. Since 2015 he has written a TV series in French to promote the rights of children, especially to have Consciousness-Based Education. He does this through simple plays and everyday situations directed at parents. Currently Jean Jacques is raising funds to produce the...

EDAPO Dormitories completed in Uganda

Three new dormitories were inaugurated in a grand ceremony at EDAPO (Economic Development and AIDS Prevention Organization). EDAPO school situated just north of the capital of Kampala, provides food, shelter, education, and basic medical care to hundreds of children orphaned by the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Over half of these children are also living with HIV/AIDS. The EDAPO school has implemented the Transcendental Meditation practice for its...

Computer Lab in Zambia

A new technology lab expands the facilities of the Maharishi School in Zambia. Over 25 computers have been donated by Partners for World Peace bringing the total number now to 28 stations.

African Woman and Girls Organization for Total Knowledge UGANDA

Introducing African Women and Girls Organization for Total Knowledge, Uganda Ltd. (AWAGO) is part of the women’s wing of the global organization teaching the Transcendental Meditation® (TM®) technique in countries around the world for over 50 years. A New Generation of Leaders African Women and Girls Organization for Total Knowledge, Uganda Ltd. (AWAGO) offers programs, including the evidence-based, secular Transcendental...