Campaign to Recycle Textbooks Brings Hope to Rural Education in Africa
Ekanem emphasized the critical role of textbooks in laying the foundation for quality education. This initiative seeks to address the stark disparities in educational resources that often disadvantage children in remote regions.
Zita Ezechi 
Kusin Ekanem, a passionate rural education researcher, has launched a pioneering campaign aimed at redistributing textbooks from urban areas to underserved rural communities across Nigeria and Africa. This initiative seeks to address the stark disparities in educational resources that often disadvantage children in remote regions.
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In a statement advocating for widespread support, Ekanem emphasized the critical role of textbooks in laying the foundation for quality education. "For many rural children, textbooks are a luxury rather than a basic necessity," she lamented, underscoring the urgent need to enhance access to educational materials.
Ekanem, who holds a background in Educational Psychology and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling/Educational Psychology in Nigeria, articulated how recycling textbooks can significantly impact learning outcomes.
"By recycling textbooks from urban centers to rural areas, we can bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, thereby improving academic performance," she explained.
Drawing inspiration from her own childhood experiences, Ekanem recalled sharing textbooks among siblings during her primary school years in the 90s. This practice not only minimized waste but also promoted sustainability in resource utilization—an ethos she seeks to uphold through her campaign.
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"With concerted efforts, we can ensure that every child, regardless of their geographic location, has access to the educational tools they need to succeed," she affirmed.
