ABOUT RISE: DATA-DRIVEN IMPACT IN ZAMBIA'S COPPERBELT
Our Mission
Our Impact Focus
Our Mission
RISE (Regional Initiative for Sustainable Enhancement) is pioneering a data-driven approach to transform Zambia's Copperbelt region through integrated, climate-resilient solutions.
Our mission combines:
- Evidence-based maternal healthcare delivery
- Smart agriculture and environmental sustainability
- Digital innovation and technology access
- Quali
RISE (Regional Initiative for Sustainable Enhancement) is pioneering a data-driven approach to transform Zambia's Copperbelt region through integrated, climate-resilient solutions.
Our mission combines:
- Evidence-based maternal healthcare delivery
- Smart agriculture and environmental sustainability
- Digital innovation and technology access
- Quality education and skills development
By leveraging AI, IoT, and renewable energy, we're creating measurable, sustainable impact in vulnerable communities.
OUR JOURNEY
Our Impact Focus
Our Mission
Founded in response to the Copperbelt's unique challenges, RISE emerged from a vision to address the interconnected nature of regional development.
Our two-phase approach:
Phase 1: Understanding Community Needs
- Comprehensive data collection
- Community-led needs assessment
- Technology infrastructure mapping
- Partnership building
Phase 2: Implementi
Founded in response to the Copperbelt's unique challenges, RISE emerged from a vision to address the interconnected nature of regional development.
Our two-phase approach:
Phase 1: Understanding Community Needs
- Comprehensive data collection
- Community-led needs assessment
- Technology infrastructure mapping
- Partnership building
Phase 2: Implementing Solutions
- Mobile health clinics
- Smart agriculture hubs
- Tech-enabled education
- Renewable energy systems
Our Impact Focus
Our Impact Focus
Our Impact Focus
Through data-driven initiatives, we're targeting specific, measurable outcomes:
Health:
- 15% reduction in maternal mortality
- 95% prenatal care coverage
Agriculture:
- 20% increase in crop yields
- 40% adoption of climate-smart practices
Technology:
- 20% increase in digital literacy
- Establishment of community tech hubs
Education:
- 15% increase in primary enrollment
- Introduction of STEM programs
BECOME A RISE CHAMPION: DRIVE MEASURABLE CHANGE
TRANSFORMING THE COPPERBELT THROUGH DATA-DRIVEN INNOVATION
At RISE, we're pioneering evidence-based transformation in Zambia's Copperbelt region through an integrated approach to development:
- Healthcare Innovation: Deploying AI-enabled mobile clinics and telemedicine solutions to reduce maternal mortality by 15%
- Agricultural Advancement: Implementing smart farming technologies to increase crop yields by 20% while promoting climate resilience
- Digital Empowerment: Establishing tech hubs and digital literacy programs to increase technology adoption by 20% in target communities
- Educational Excellence: Creating STEM-focused programs to improve primary school enrollment by 15%
Our data-driven methodology combines real-time monitoring with community feedback, ensuring measurable, sustainable impact. Working alongside local leaders and international experts, we're building a replicable model for regional transformation.
Through our interconnected initiatives—RISE Health, RISE Grow, RISE Tech, and RISE Learn—we're laying the groundwork for long-term prosperity, powered by renewable energy and climate-smart solutions.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: CONTRIBUTE YOUR EXPERTISE
Join our mission to transform the Copperbelt region. We're seeking skilled professionals for specific impact areas:
Healthcare Innovators:
- Support mobile clinic deployment
- Implement telemedicine solutions
- Train local healthcare workers
Technology Experts:
- Develop IoT farming solutions
- Set up community tech hubs
- Enable digital health platforms
Agricultural Specialists:
- Implement smart farming techniques
- Design climate-resilient systems
- Train local farmers
Education Partners:
- Launch STEM programs
- Create digital learning content
- Train local educators
Your expertise directly contributes to our measurable goals, helping create sustainable change in vulnerable communities. Together, we can build a data-driven, climate-resilient future for Zambia's Copperbelt region.
Our Team
Mabvuto V. Kaela
Founder and President
Mabvuto Kaela brings together expertise in technology, finance, and community development to pioneer data-driven solutions for Africa's most pressing challenges. His vision for RISE combines innovative technology with grassroots impact, focusing on the Copperbelt region's unique needs.
With experience spanning finance and nonprofit leadership, Mabvuto specializes in implementing measurable, sustainable solutions across healthcare, agriculture, technology, and education. His approach integrates:
- AI and IoT solutions for agricultural advancement
- Mobile health technologies for maternal care
- Digital literacy programs for rural communities
- Renewable energy solutions for climate resilience
Leading RISE's two-phase implementation strategy, Mabvuto is committed to creating verifiable impact through evidence-based interventions. His methodology emphasizes collecting comprehensive community data to inform targeted solutions, ensuring programs deliver measurable outcomes for Zambia's most vulnerable populations.
As a technologist and community advocate, Mabvuto is reshaping development work through the strategic use of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and sustainable technologies while maintaining deep connections to local communities and traditions.
our core pillars
RISE Health:
Revolutionizing maternal and child healthcare in the Copperbelt through AI-enabled solutions and mobile clinics. Our data-driven approach aims to:
- Reduce maternal mortality by 15%
- Achieve 95% prenatal care coverage
- Deploy telemedicine solutions
- Train local healthcare workers in digital health tools
RISE Grow:
Transforming agriculture through smart farming technologies and climate-resilient practices. Our measurable goals include:
- Increase crop yields by 20% for participating farmers
- Implement IoT-based monitoring systems
- Promote 40% adoption of climate-smart practices
- Create sustainable market linkages
RISE Tech:
Building digital infrastructure through community tech hubs and AI innovation. Target outcomes:
- Increase digital literacy by 20%
- Establish solar-powered tech centers
- Deploy AI solutions for agriculture and health
- Create technology-enabled employment opportunities
RISE Learn:
Creating pathways to digital-age education through integrated STEM programs. Our initiatives aim to:
- Increase primary school enrollment by 15%
- Launch digital learning programs
- Provide vocational technology training
- Enable distance learning through tech hubs
Work With Us
Join our data-driven mission to transform the Copperbelt region. Connect with our teams in California and Zambia to support evidence-based community development.
Join Our Network
Become part of our ecosystem of innovators, technologists, and change-makers. Together, we're building measurable, sustainable impact in Zambia.
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS
Our Implementation Partners
