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The power of childrens libraries
March 04, 2026

The power of children’s libraries: supporting literacy and building community

Christabel Pinto, Vice President, Room to Read's Literacy Portfolio

Africa Regional Advisory Board Launch
November 20, 2025

Room to Read Launches Africa Regional Advisory Board and Announces $75 Million Fund to Support the Expansion of Foundational Learning Across Continent During Joint Board Session in South Africa

Girls education in Africa
May 21, 2025

Girls’ education in Africa: The most powerful investment we can make

Zamaradi S. Islahi, Global Director, Room to Read Gender Equality Portfolio

Adding new chapters in Africa
March 19, 2025

Adding new chapters in Africa
IMC annual trading gaming day benefits room to read
July 23, 2024

IMC’s annual Trading & Gaming Day for Charity raises funds to support children with foundational literacy skills
Partnerships pave the way: scaling Room to Read’s library model
June 10, 2024

Partnerships pave the way
Room to Read Reading Champions South Africa
April 29, 2024

Reading Champions: Scaling Room to Read’s library approach to nurture a strong culture of reading in South Africa
Fostering literacy and gender equality across the globe: updates from Room to Read’s programs
April 26, 2023

Fostering literacy and gender equality across the globe
International Mother Language Day: Being a Part of the Story
February 21, 2023

International Mother Language Day: Being a part of the story
Setting the course for 2023: Room to Read's 2022 Country Management Conference
February 16, 2023

Setting the course for 2023: Room to Read's 2022 Country Management Conference
Turning South African Readers into Tomorrow’s Leaders
July 10, 2017

Turning South African readers into tomorrow’s leaders
Growing a Love of Reading in South Africa
November 03, 2016

Growing a Love of Reading in South Africa