eLearning Africa, the foremost continental event focusing on digital education, training, and skill development, is poised to hold its highly anticipated 2024 edition from May 29 to May 31 in Kigali, Rwanda.
Co-hosted by the Ministry of Education, Rwanda, this conference will gather a diverse array of experts, educators, policymakers, business leaders, and innovators from across Africa and beyond, converging to explore the dynamic nexus of education, innovation, and investment.
The theme of this year’s conference, “Education Fuels Innovation, Investment Amplifies Skills: Africa’s Vibrant Leap Forward,” underscores the pivotal role of education in propelling innovation and economic growth across Africa. With an extensive program comprising over 72 sessions and workshops, eLearning Africa 2024 will provide a robust platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration spanning foundational and higher education, vocational training, workplace learning, and lifelong education.
Claudette Irere, Minister of State for Education, emphasized the urgency of adopting blended learning approaches to ensure equitable access to quality education and prepare students for the technological advancements of the 21st century and beyond.
The exhibition component of eLearning Africa 2024 will serve as a central hub for networking, featuring leading international and African education, training, and technology companies and institutions.
Attendees can expect to explore a spectrum of educational innovations, from gamified learning apps and augmented reality devices to cutting-edge learning management systems (LMSs) and online proctoring tools.
Rebecca Stromeyer, CEO & Founder of eLearning Africa, highlighted the event’s significance in advancing digital education and skills development, fostering collaborations that empower Africa’s youth to thrive in the digital era.
The conference will feature two notable plenary sessions focusing on the transformative impact of technology-integrated education. The sessions will delve into strategic investments in education to drive innovation and skill development, aligning with the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the Sustainable Development Goals.
Keynote speakers include esteemed figures such as Hon. Minister of Education Gaspard Twagirayezu (Rwanda), Dr. Laila Macharia (Aspen Institute’s Africa Initiative, Kenya), Frank van Cappelle (UNICEF), and Hon. Michael Onyango (Agenda Setter @ 4BM), among others.
With a projected record turnout from diverse sectors and regions, eLearning Africa 2024 is poised to be a pivotal event shaping the trajectory of digital education across the continent.
For more information and registration, please visit the Conference Website.
