About Us

BBALP is a non-profit, non-partisan international organization that promote literacy
in Africa. Headquartered in NY with subsidiaries in Ghana, France, and Spain.

My History

I recently traveled to Africa (Ghana) for the first time, and like many before me, I fell in love with the people and the place. Moved by a desire to support Ghana’s growth, I decided to contribute something close to my heart—books.
Books have always been a source of inspiration for me, introducing new ideas and perspectives, and I want to share that gift with the people of Ghana. The transformative power of books is best illustrated by the story of William Kamkwamba of Malawi, who, after reading about windmills, built one that brought electricity to his home and village.

Inspiration Meets Kokofu

I believe there are more young minds like William Kamkwamba’s in Ghana, waiting to be inspired. That’s why I founded the Bisila Bokoko African Literacy Project, with the goal of building libraries in Africa—starting with the first in Kokofu, in the Kumasi Region of Ghana. Why Kokofu? Because the Chief of Kokofu, Barima Offe Akwasi Okogyeasuo II, honored me with the title of Queen Development Mother. Along with this title, he gifted me a piece of land on which I chose to build the first library, and he named me Nana Akwa Serwah. make a heading of it

MISSION

To promote literacy and equitable access to education as fundamental pillars for personal empowerment, community development, and social transformation in Africa. Through the creation of libraries, the implementation of educational programs, and the establishment of strategic alliances, BBALP strives to provide children and young people with the necessary tools to dream, learn, and build a future full of real opportunities.

VISION

An Africa where every child has access to books, knowledge, and educational opportunities that awaken their potential, strengthen their identity, and equip them to lead with awareness, dignity, and purpose. We envision a continent where reading becomes a bridge to change, equity, and sustainable development that transforms lives.

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MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

“Since childhood, books have been my refuge, my parallel school, and my space of freedom. BBALP was born from the deep desire to share that privilege with those who do not always have access to it. I firmly believe that access to education should not depend on where you were born but must be a universal right. Every library we open in Africa is a seed of hope, a gateway to the future. This project is about more than books—it’s about dreams, opportunities, and real transformation. Thank you for joining us on this journey toward a fairer world, where reading also means empowerment.”

— Bisila Bokoko, Founder of BBA