The 2023 HALI Indaba at Taj Pamodzi Lusaka 

Zambia, September 10 – September 14

The 2023 Indaba brought together 75 advocates of higher education access in Lusaka, Zambia. This annual gathering welcomed over 20 Friends of HALI and 50 representatives from HALI member organizations, representing more than 25 nationalities. The focus was on expanding access to higher education for high-achieving, low-income African students. Through discussions and activities centered around the theme “Building an Impactful Network,” participants explored how to better support HALI students, particularly in finding the right fit for studying abroad and staying connected to their home communities. The gathering featured a film discussion, interactions with university representatives, and emphasized honest conversations, problem-solving, and action planning to advocate for greater educational access. Here is a highlight video from the Indaba.