Rushlake Media has partnered with Ubongo, Africa’s leading producer of educational entertainment, to distribute the acclaimed children’s series Akili and Me, Nuzo and Namia and Ubongo Kids in key territories across North America and Europe. This collaboration aims to expand access to high-quality, engaging and impactful educational content for young audiences worldwide.
Ubongo leverages the power of entertainment, mass media and kid-centered design to deliver localized learning at scale, reaching over 42 million children across Africa each month. Through its innovative approach, Ubongo provides cost-effective and engaging learning experiences that enhance literacy, numeracy and social-emotional development. With Rushlake Media’s expertise in digital distribution, these beloved programs will now be made available to an even broader audience, furthering Ubongo’s mission to ensure that all children, regardless of their circumstances, have access to quality education.
“We are excited to partner with Ubongo in bringing these outstanding educational series to new audiences,” said Philipp Hoffmann, Founder & CEO of Rushlake Media. “The need for accessible and high-quality learning resources is greater than ever, and we are honored to support Ubongo in its mission to empower young learners globally through engaging, research-driven content.”
Mwasi Wilmore, CEO of Ubongo, commented, “At Ubongo, we believe that every child, no matter where they are, deserves access to fun, engaging, and transformative learning experiences. Partnering with Rushlake Media allows us to bring our beloved educational content to even more families across North America and Europe, ensuring that more children can benefit from our research-driven approach to learning. We are thrilled about this opportunity to expand our reach and inspire kids worldwide.”
The agreement reinforces Rushlake Media’s position as the leading global distributor of African content, committed to its mission of bringing African stories to the world. By making Akili and Me, Nuzo and Namia and Ubongo Kids available in new territories, the partners aim to help foster curiosity, creativity and a love for learning among children everywhere while elevating the global presence of African storytelling.
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