Climate change isn’t a distant threat. It’s a daily reality in many rural African communities. From unpredictable rains to rising temperatures, rural farmers and families feel its impact firsthand. Yet, access to relevant, practical, and culturally grounded climate education remains far too limited. That’s what ReMI’s Demystifying Climate Education in Rural Africa programme is working to change.

This initiative brings climate education directly to rural schools, youth groups, and farming communities, breaking down complex climate science into simple, relatable lessons. We focus on real-world challenges and solutions that make sense locally, using storytelling, hands-on activities, and local languages to make learning more engaging and accessible.

Through this programme, ReMI facilitators and local educators help young people and community members understand how climate change affects their environment, health, food systems, and livelihoods. We also explore what they can do about it from water conservation and sustainable farming techniques to renewable energy options and environmental stewardship.

But this isn’t just about awareness. It’s about building confidence and action. We empower rural youth to become climate leaders in their communities, equipped not only with knowledge but also with a sense of responsibility and agency. Many of the young people we’ve worked with have gone on to start environmental clubs, lead local campaigns, or share their learning with family and friends.

The long-term goal is clear: we want to integrate climate education into rural learning systems in a way that is locally owned, culturally relevant, and practically useful. This includes supporting teachers with better tools and creating pathways into the ReMI Climate Academy and future professional opportunities.

If you’re an educator, development partner, policymaker, or simply someone who believes in the power of education to transform lives, we invite you to partner with us in bridging the climate knowledge gap where it matters most. Rural communities are already on the frontlines of the climate crisis. With the right knowledge and support, they can also be leaders in the solutions.