We are excited about the launch of the 17th edition of the eLearning Africa Conference and Exhibition. Embracing the theme “Education Fuels Innovation, Investment Amplifies Skills: Africa’s Vibrant Leap Forward,” we are seeking innovative contributions that align with this vision and our sub-themes. Share your expertise, engage with thought leaders, and contribute to shaping the future of education in Africa. Submit your paper and seize the […]

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Elletson, an esteemed member of the eLearning Africa Community for 17 years and former British parliamentarian. In 2006, Harold joined the eLearning Africa Council and quickly became a highly respected member of the organisation. His most notable contribution to eLearning Africa was his initiative for the annual eLearning Africa Debate, which he […]

Watch our highlights film here and download our Post Event Report of eLearning Africa 2023, which took place in Dakar, Senegal! Dive into a comprehensive summary that highlights key figures, insights from the Ministerial Round Table, enriching pre-conference workshops, inspiring eLearning Africa Plenaries, engaging parallel sessions, innovative exhibitors, and the vibrant eLearning Africa community.  Explore the transformative journey we embarked on together and gain […]

The 15th Ministerial Round Table took place in Dakar, Senegal on May 25, 2023, addressing the theme: “Education, Digital Transformation and the ‘Youth Bulge’. African Governments and, in particular, ministers and officials responsible for economic development, technology and education, are at the crossroads of history, facing some fundamental challenges. These challenges are concentrated in three main areas: the digital economy, the education system and […]

 What makes students motivated to learn and focus in class? Mahid Abdulkarim speaks on his own experiences at school, and what gave him the motivation to go to school excited as a teenager. Mahid was born in Khartoum, Sudan, in 2004. He graduated from Marble Hill School for International Studies (New York), and currently studies at Washington University in St. Louis. He has attended […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a global force, revolutionising various industries and transforming the way we live, work, and learn. But what about its impact on education in Africa? Are the potential benefits worth the possible drawbacks? These questions will be at the centre of an upcoming debate that promises to be thought-provoking and enlightening. This year’s motion “This House Believes that AI Will […]

Africa is a continent with vast potential, yet it faces significant challenges in its education sector—from low literacy rates to limited access to quality education and inadequate resources. In recent years, the potential of educational technologies to address these challenges and improve learning outcomes has become more widely recognized, which is why the EdTech industry is set to grow tenfold by 20301. Yet unlocking […]

There are many approaches to combat the challenges of equal rights to quality education. Some fundamental questions we all are facing and reflecting on are like: What does it take to start learning? What inspires kids, youth and adults to learn? What are the minimum things that need to be in place to make learning happen? What are all the challenges on the ground […]

Alison, the world’s largest free online empowerment platform is returning to eLearning Africa, after a successful partnership last year in Rwanda. Alison’s CEO and Founder, Mike Feerick, has pioneered many developments in online learning, establishing that it is possible to make education available to everyone, everywhere with no cost to learners. Transforming Lives in Africa In 2022, the first year of Alison’s partnership with […]