Gua Africa was founded by Emmanuel Jal, a Sudanese ex-child soldier turned world renowned recording artist. The word GUA (pronounced gwaah) means peace in Nuer, a Sudanese tribal language.

Our mission is to work with individuals, families and communities to help them overcome the effects of war & poverty. Our projects are based in both Sudan and Kenya with a focus on providing education to children & young adults who would otherwise be denied this opportunity.

In April 2008 we were granted full UK charity status and also received our NGO registration in South Sudan. In April 2011 we received our NGO status in Kenya.