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Today, @Education.org wrapped up 2 days of dialogue and reflection about why we must challenge what #evidence-based policy and practice means in #Education, and how we can work collectively to make these more #inclusive and responsive to local needs, whereby transforming education systems. Read more in post below ⤵️

Saida Mirziyoyeva, the assistant to the president of Uzbekistan at International Conference on Effective Reforms - Sustainable Results “Yesterday at the conference we exchanged experience in the field of education and learned about advanced methods from international partners. I hope that these ideas will help us improve our own practices and prepare educators for updates in the field of education.” #EducationReform #GlobalCollaboration #Uzbekistan #EducationForAll #GlobalExchange

Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Prof Blade Nzimande responds to, what steps need to be taken to promote innovation in Africa? During a session on "Finding a New Purpose for Education in Africa" #GECAfrica2024 #EducationInAfrica #DSI #DHET #Itspossible

GINTL Africa is once again teaming up with the University of Jyväskylä – Coalition of African Networks to co-organise Africa Day on May 24th, from 12:00 to 16:30 at the University of Jyväskylä main library. This year's theme for the Africa Day is "Educating an African fit for the 21st Century". The theme underscores the importance of enhancing access, inclusivity, quality, and relevance learning. During the event, we aim to reflect on our approaches to education through the lens of individuals actively engaged with education-related issues in both Africa and Finland. Planned activities for the event include: Keynote speeches: Building resilient education systems to enhance access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa, featuring Bridgit Muasa from the University of Nairobi, Kenya, and Päivi Hasu from EDUFI HigherEd. Panel discussions: Exploring the dynamics of educating resilient Africans for the 21st century, both in Finland and in Africa. This will involve Directors and program staff from Finnish NGOs and Africa Diaspora organisations actively engaged in implementing education themes in Africa. Poster session: A platform for students, researchers, and organisations conducting research in or with partners in Africa to showcase their work. The deadline for poster submission is 19 May via the following link: https://buff.ly/4b1Zpps. The JYU Africa Networks will cover the cost of printing posters (size A0) for all accepted submissions. Further details about the poster presentation can be found at the JYU website: https://buff.ly/49H8x1K Join us for an enriching exchange of ideas and perspectives as we delve into the crucial topic of education in Africa and its relevance in the 21st century. #AfricaDay #GINTL #jyu #jyunity #jyväskylänyliopisto #HelsinkiUni #HelsinginYliopisto #HelsingforsUniversitet #UniversityofHelsinki #education #PosterSession

The Africa Research and Impact Network Executive Director, Dr. Joanes Atela will moderate the #LEEPS Africa session at USAID's #Learning and #Evidence Month. The discussion will explore, "Local Solutions, Global Impact: How African Organizations Lead in Building Evidence Systems for Inclusive Development. Chris Chibwana from the Hewlett Foundation will provide opening remarks, followed by an insightful panel discussion featuring: Diatou Ndiaye, Ipar Think Tank Ismael Kawooya, The Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES) Violet Murunga, PhD, African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP)) Topics to be explored include: #Locally led approaches to strengthening knowledge translation in Africa #What a locally led evidence partnership looks like and how it centres country-level research priorities #Effective knowledge translation strategies in government policymaking across different cultural and political contexts #The importance of locally-led evidence system building #Collaborative cross-regional learning to solve problems and strengthen evidence systems Take this opportunity to gain valuable insights on #inclusive development from leading #African organizations. Date: 24 May 2024 Time: 09:00-10:15 EDT. Register here:https://shorturl.at/2YroD #InclusiveDevelopment #EvidenceSystems #USAID #ARIN #AFIDEP #LEEPS

The University of Lagos has appointed Mr. Adeyinka Adeyemi, Chief Executive Officer of Intermac Consulting and Convener of the Africa e-Governance Conference, as a member of the Advisory Board of the Centre for Digital Humanities (CEDHUL).   In an official communication addressed to Mr. Adeyemi, Professor Tunde Ope-Davies (Opeibi), Director of the Centre for Digital Humanities, on behalf of the Vice Chancellor, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, and Professor Timothy Nubi, Director of the Research Management Office, noted that the appointment stems from Mr. Adeyemi’s distinguished career and profound expertise in Information and Communications Technology, Digital Solutions in Financial Services, and related fields.   The Centre for Digital Humanities anticipates Mr. Adeyemi's contributions to shaping academic activities and capacity-building programs, leveraging his insights to benefit both students and scholars affiliated with the institution.   Speaking on the new appointment, Mr. Adeyinka expressed gratitude to the management of the university for the appointment, noting that it aligns with his mission and passion for digital transformation in Africa.   The appointment comes at a time when Mr. Adeyinka is advocating for digital governance through a pan-African conference he convened, expected to take place in Kigali, Rwanda, in March 2024. The conference, tagged AfreGov 2024, with the theme “Digital Governance for Social Inclusion and Sustainable Development,” will focus on the prospects of digital transformation across various segments of government across the continent. It aims to utilize modern, cutting-edge technology to enhance performance in the different ministries, departments, and agencies of governments on the continent.   #Intermarc #AfreGov #UniversityOfLogas #digitaltransformation #education #fintec #change #digitalhumanities #government #entrepreneur

Student Interaction Session- Dr. Philipp Gieg, University of Würzburg, Germany, interacting with post graduate students of School of International Studies perusing programme in African Affairs at JNU. Dr Philipp's book on India Africa Relations published by Palgrave MacMillan was introduced and discussion took place on critical issues impacting Indo-African Relations. #indiaafrica #africanstudies #africanaffairs #asaindia

It's more than a state-of-the-art building, it's a catalyst for a better future for generations to come. In 2021, our N1bn commitment through the Tertiary Education Grants Scheme bore fruit—the birth of the 'Abdul Samad Rabiu International Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship' at the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID), Borno State. This newly commissioned initiative not only symbolizes our dedication to reshaping the future of education but also pledges to ignite economic and social change, fostering innovation and collaboration among students, faculty, alumni, and entrepreneurs. ASR Africa's educational vision and drive goes beyond mere structures, it touches the core of quality of life within communities aimed at encouraging social development. cc: BUA Group #ASRAfrica #Education #Socialdevelopment

The choices of young Nigerians are heavily influenced by where opportunities sit, says Adetomi Soyinka, Regional Director Higher Education, SSA, British Council, Nigeria. Hear more in our recent webinar on UK-Nigeria opportunity, available on replay. https://hubs.li/Q022Kqch0