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I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Finances News Hebdo about our journey at GEERD and our vision for the future of EdTech in Morocco and Africa. Since our founding in 2018, we've been dedicated to driving digital transformation in education. It’s been a challenging yet incredibly rewarding path, from our early days collaborating with institutions like UM6P to our recent SaaS solution for higher education, designed to streamline everything from admissions to online courses. Our mission goes beyond technology—with a primary focus on transforming education in Morocco, we aim to democratize access to knowledge, reduce educational inequalities, and create an engaged, empowered youth. Looking ahead, we’re excited to bring this impact across the African continent, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in each community. This journey wouldn’t be possible without the support of our team and partners, and we’re more motivated than ever to expand across Africa 🌍 📖 Check out the full article for insights on our goals, challenges, and the evolving EdTech landscape #EdTech #DigitalTransformation #Morocco #Africa #Innovation #SIS #Elearning

In Uganda, the EdTech landscape is rapidly expanding, driven by inventive offerings from social enterprises, amplified by government and private sectors initiatives aimed at fostering an ICT-proficient workforce. Tomorrow on #EdTechMonday, we explore the driving forces behind this growth in Uganda's education sector. Don't miss the conversation!! #EdTechLab

It's no secret that technology is improving education globally. From personalised learning platforms to interactive virtual classrooms, students in developed nations are already reaping the benefits of Edtech. We see it in their exam scores, problem-solving skills, and overall academic performance. Africa, with its youthful population, also has a unique opportunity to leverage Edtech to transform its education landscape. We have the resources—both human and natural—to build a world-class Edtech ecosystem. Yet, we are lagging behind. Why? It's time for African governments to step up and invest heavily in Edtech. Imagine a continent where every child, regardless of location, has access to quality education. With Edtech, we can make this a reality by providing personalised learning experiences and improving educational outcomes. Remember, an educated population is the bedrock of economic growth and development. Let's harness the power of Edtech to build a brighter future for Africa. #EdtechAfrica #InvestInEducation #AfricaRising

Edtech Landscape in Africa

In a country where quality education can often feel like a privilege rather than a fundamental right, one startup is changing the narrative and bridging educational gaps by leveraging innovative technology to make learning both accessible and engaging. Founded in 2019 by Sim Shagaya, uLesson provides an engaging and accessible e-learning platform tailored for secondary school students across Africa. The startup recognizes the challenges faced by students in accessing quality educational resources and aims to address these issues through innovative technology. uLesson offers a variety of features that enhance the learning experience. The platform includes high-quality video tutorials covering a wide range of subjects, all aligned with the Nigerian curriculum. This ensures that students receive relevant content that helps them prepare for exams. Additionally, uLesson incorporates interactive quizzes, allowing users to reinforce their understanding and receive instant feedback on their performance. One of the standout aspects of uLesson is its commitment to accessibility. The platform provides offline access to its content, enabling students to learn even without a stable internet connection, which is a significant advantage in many parts of Nigeria. Furthermore, uLesson is designed to be affordable, offering subscription plans that cater to various income levels, thereby making quality education more attainable for all students. The impact of uLesson on the Nigerian education landscape has been substantial. By making learning more accessible and engaging, the startup has significantly contributed to enhancing educational outcomes. With substantial investment backing, uLesson exemplifies the growing interest in digital education solutions across the continent. Overall, uLesson showcases the potential of technology to transform education in Nigeria, empowering students to learn at their own pace and helping to bridge the educational gap in underserved areas. #TheThe uLesson Group #DigitalEducation #uLesson #EdTech #AccessibleLearning #TransformingEducation

New Nigeria - Digital Education, Unveiling Futures Nigeria my Motherland, where sun-kissed plains meet hopeful eyes, 10.5 million young minds yearn for knowledge, denied by circumstance's ties. Out-of-school children, eager to learn, yet trapped in a cycle of despair, Their hunger for education, a burning flame, that flickers, yet never fades. We envision a digital dawn, where interactive maps illuminate the way, Spotlighting critical infrastructure, to bring education to their day. A virtual bridge, connecting rural communities to knowledge hubs afar, Empowering young minds, with access to quality learning, beyond geographic scar. An interactive digital map, weaving a narrative of hope, Pinpoints schools, libraries, and resource centers, where minds can cope. With data-driven insights, we identify areas of need and opportunity, Unveiling pathways to education, for those once left behind. Solar-powered digital hubs, beaming knowledge to remote doorsteps, Offline-enabled, to defy connectivity's fragile threads. Virtual classrooms, where skilled educators guide and mentor, Breaking barriers, forged by distance and circumstance. E-books, educational games, and virtual labs, at fingertips' reach, Unshackling curiosity, and nurturing skills to breach. Personalized learning profiles, tracking progress, and interests aglow, Illuminating strengths, and areas needing gentle growth. Online forums, where local voices share, and ideas take flight, Weaving a tapestry of innovation, in the fabric of night. Parents, teachers, and leaders, converging to shape the future's mold, Co-creating solutions, to education's most pressing gold. Digitalization, a cornerstone, for sustainable development's rise, Laying groundwork, for Nigeria's next generation, to realize. Their potential, unleashed, like a wildfire's blaze, Illuminating a brighter future, where education's promise gazes. Join us in unlocking minds, unveiling futures, and redefining the pace, Where digitalization brings education home, and hope finds its sacred space. Behold, a new Nigeria is a reality, where out of School Children returns back to school not by physical classroom, but learning comes to them through digitalization. NITDA Nigeria ONDI #My3MTT #3MTTDigitalNigeria2024 #EduDigitial

A few weeks ago I discussed THREE of the FOUR enablers of building a responsive, scalable and sustainable EdTech Ecosystem (Omidyar Network, 2019): EdTech Supply & Business Models; Enabling Infrastructure; and Education Strategy & Policy. Today, I share the fourth enabler: Human Capacity. Neither of the three enablers highlighted above solve challenges facing EdTech ecosystem in Africa. In fact, a variety of elements must work in sync to bring this vision to life, including: 📌 Non-government coalitions and advocacy groups to support quality EdTech scale-up. 📌 Sufficient ongoing and equitable opportunities for stakeholder capacity building. 📌 Multiple and varied ways of communicating product effectiveness, research, evaluation, and user experience. 📌 Local visionary leaders emerging to coalesce stakeholders around a bold common goal. My Contextual Interpretation: To actualise the above, all EdTech stakeholders need to speak in one voice. This is not only possible but also important in transforming education across Africa. Tomorrow, I share my recommendation on how and why the EdTech Ecosystem in Africa should speak in one voice. Stay tuned! PS: Secure your seat in the EdTech Conversation Cafe' session slotted for the 25th September HERE: https://lnkd.in/dJURixXk EdTech Hub EdTech East Africa Global Partnership for Education Mastercard Foundation Kenya Publishers Association

The future of education in Africa is bright, and EdTech (educational technology) is leading the charge!  Imagine classrooms filled with dynamic learning activities, where students are actively engaged and teachers have access to powerful tools to modify education. This is the vision EdTech promises. The conference highlighted how EdTech empowers teachers with digital tools to create engaging lesson plans, track student progress, and cater to diverse learning styles. One of the most exciting aspects of EdTech is its potential to level the playing field. In remote areas with limited access to quality education, EdTech solutions like online learning platforms and mobile applications can provide students with valuable educational resources. The conference emphasized the importance of creating inclusive EdTech practices that ensure equitable access to technology and foster diverse learning environments. A recurring theme throughout the conference was the power of collaboration. Governments, NGOs, tech giants, and educators all have a critical role to play in building a strong EdTech ecosystem for Africa. The conference encouraged connections and partnerships between these different stakeholders, laying a strong foundation for future collaboration and innovation. Another major takeaway was the commitment from various stakeholders to invest in EdTech infrastructure and teacher training programs. This investment is crucial for ensuring the long-term success of EdTech initiatives in Africa. The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Conference wasn't just about technology – it was about the future of education in Africa. It showcased the immense potential of EdTech to create a more engaging, equitable, and future-proof education system for all young Africans. Are you passionate about transforming education in Africa? Share your thoughts and ideas in the comments below! #EdTechAfrica #MastercardFoundation #EducationForAll #MastercardFoundation #EducationForAll #EdTechRevolution #AfricaRising #InvestmentInEducation #BuildingTheFuture #TeacherEmpowerment #FutureofEducation #BridgingTheGap #InclusiveEdTech #Collaboration #Partnerships

Join us tomorrow as we dive into this study that examined the adoption of education technology (ed-tech) in primary and secondary education in 10 sub-Saharan African countries: Nigeria, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Cameroon, Benin, Malawi, and Senegal. The study explored how far ed-tech implementation has advanced learning outcomes, improved access, and reduced education inequalities. ... Edtech for who, and on whose terms? Let's have this critical conversation as we seek to consolidate gains and improve EdTech implementation in our education systems.

The Mastercard Foundation EdTech Conference 2024. July 08-11/2024 Hilton Transcorp Abuja Nigeria. The 2024 Mastercard Foundation EdTech Conference is themed, ‘Education Technology for Resilient and Inclusive Learning in Africa.’ Engaging conversations has been going centering on the current state of the EdTech ecosystem, emerging trends, the role of EdTech in solving Africa’s educational challenges and policies that are needed to foster an enabling environment for technology-enabled innovation in education.# Mastercard Foundation EdTech Conference 2024.