In the past, the Werner Erkes Foundation has relied on partnerships with German and African associations and NGOs, particularly for its projects in Africa. This has resulted in great educational projects based on mutual trust and respect. 
In order to achieve an even higher level of quality in the projects and cooperation over many thousands of kilometers, WES has decided to move closer to the people and projects.
Three new foundations were established in Masaka (Uganda, East Africa), Swakopmund (Namibia, South West Africa) and Kaolack (Senegal, West Africa). These NGOs are managed by directors who have gained their life and project experience both in Germany and in their African country of birth or over many years in their adopted country of Africa. They are familiar with the problems of the people in these regions and know how to deal with the political, administrative and cultural challenges there.