About LESSO
We aim to empower
Africa’s Future
—One Learner, One Leader at a time
LESSO is an acronym for Lolwe Education and Student Support Organisation a name born from the lake, rooted in community, and growing with purpose.
LESSO is an organisation that offers education support and access to skills and training for employment. We promote, support, and encourage best practices in navigating education and employment challenges. We provide access to knowledge and expertise, mainly targeting less privileged learners. This includes policy advisors, team leaders, research, and a growing body of education enthusiasts aiming to create better education systems and outcomes.
LESSO provides educational support and practical skills training to prepare young people for employment.
We champion best practices in navigating the challenges of education and work by connecting learners to knowledge, mentorship, and expert guidance.
Beyond direct support, we engage in policy advocacy, research, and leadership development to strengthen education systems and inspire a new generation of changemakers in learning.
OUR PURPOSE
A future where Kenyan youth thrive through education, skills, and technology while contributing meaningfully to society.
VISION
To create an Africa where every young person has the education, skills, and support to unlock their full potential and shape a better world.
MISSION
To promote inclusive, future-ready education and employment solutions by connecting learners with resources, mentors, and opportunities through collective leadership, innovation, and community engagement.
THE LESSO STORY
LESSO began in 2022 with a clear mission: support students in underserved communities.
What started as a scholarship initiative has evolved into a networked ecosystem for educational empowerment. LESSO was established in 2022 with a primary focus on providing education support to students in low-income areas. Since then, we have evolved into an organisation dedicated to supporting education and fostering employment opportunities for our beneficiaries and the broader community.
Our initiatives include collaborative projects that promote STEM learning, connect graduates with industry opportunities, facilitate mentor-mentee relationships, and contribute to establishing and formalising small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). We leverage technological expertise, academic research, thought leadership, peer-to-peer learning events, and conferences to inform our programs.
LESSO aspires to be an institution that offers education support and is driven by the needs of the people and the market. Our goal is to lead the way in providing innovative solutions to global.
What began as a local response to education inequality now connects tech hubs, diaspora mentors, industry partners, and students across the continent.
FROM MENTORSHIP TO MICRO ENTERPRISES
Discover how LESSO unlocks potential
⦁ LESSO supports 100+ students annually through scholarships, mentorship, and skills development programs.
⦁ Financial aid covers tuition, learning materials, and essential needs to ensure uninterrupted education.
⦁ Holistic support includes career guidance, mental wellness programs, and leadership development.
OUR IMPACT STORIES
Real people. Real progress. Real impact.
Meet the changemakers. These are real stories of young people reimagining their futures—with LESSO behind them every step of the way.
“From mentorship to microenterprises—discover how LESSO unlocks potential.”
