On this International Day of Education, we reflect on the theme "AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation." As we navigate an increasingly automated world, the role of educators becomes more crucial than ever. AI has the potential to enhance learning experiences, but it must not...
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The "Go Public! Fund Education" campaign has been officially launched in Lusaka, marking an important milestone in Zambia's commitment to improving public education. Spearheaded by Dr. Dennis Sinyolo, Africa Director of Education International Africa, this initiative aims to tackle the pressing challenges faced by public education systems and ensure every...
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In a significant development for Cape Verde's education sector, theSindicato dos Professores da Ilha de Santiago(SIPROFIS), the island's teachers' union, has expressed satisfaction with the newly approved Plan of Positions, Functions, and Remuneration (PCFR) for teaching staff.
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Members of the Southern Africa Young Education Network (SAYEN) from the Swaziland National Association of Teachers (SNAT) in Eswatini and Organizaçao Nacional dos Professores (ONP) in Mozambique visited their counterparts from National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (NAPTOSA) and the South African Democratic Teachers Union (SADTU) in South Africa...
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"The International Day of Education 2025 should be remembered as a milestone of achievements for the teaching profession, reflecting the dignity and recognition of its importance." This was the message of hope and determination to the nation's educators and society at large delivered by Abraão Borges, the president of SIPROFIS,...
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At a crucial meeting aimed at reshaping education in Africa, the Regional Director of Education International Africa (EI Africa), Dr. Sinyolo, engaged union leaders during a capacity-building workshop in Zambia. He highlighted the pressing need for quality education and the challenges faced by millions of children across Africa, especially in...
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Education unionists from Burundi, Mali, Senegal, Togo, Uganda, and Zimbabwe came together in Malawi to learn about successful local efforts to end child labour. From 1 to 6 December 2024, coordinators and project leaders spearheading the unions’ work against child labour had the opportunity to exchange know-how and good practice...
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In Eswatini, Education International (EI) and its member organisation, the Swaziland National Association of Teachers (SNAT), are amplifying their call for systemic reforms in public education.
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Education unions in Africa reflect a wide diversity of cultures, languages, and educational contexts where the voices of young educators are vital for shaping the future of education. Despite this richness, young educators continue to face significant challenges in participating in union activities and assuming leadership roles, limiting the capacity...
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African education union leaders called for peace, increased investment in quality education and the elevation of the teaching profession throughout the continent. They also acknowledged the need for greater involvement of young educators in their unions. This was during the last Education International Africa Regional Committee (EIARC).
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Accra, Ghana — The inaugural edition ofThe African Educatormagazine was officially launched during the recent Education International Africa Regional Committee (EIARC) meeting held in Accra, Ghana. This groundbreaking publication aims to serve as a powerful platform for teachers and education support personnel across the continent, highlighting their voices, experiences, and...
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Education International member organisation the Fédération Nationale de l'Enseignement - Union Marocaine du Travail (FNE-UMT) continues its mobilisation for the Go Public! Fund Education campaign in Morocco. Having secured significant wins through social dialogue, the union has resolved to place the Go Public! campaign and the United Nations recommendations on...
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The Global Education Monitoring Report , “Leadership in Education” was launched on 31 October in Fortaleza, Brazil, during the UNESCO Global Education Meeting. It provides the latest data for monitoring Sustainable Development Goal 4 and reviews the evidence on leadership in the education sector. The report calls for school principals...
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404 children came back to school in September 2024 in the Gihanga commune of Burundi thanks to a project against child labour implemented by STEB, the Union of Education Workers of Burundi, with support from Education International, the Fair Childhood Foundation of GEW, AOb, and Mondiaal FNV.
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At the first meeting of the Education International (EI) Early Childhood Education (ECE) Network, participants delved into the significant challenges facing early childhood education in Africa, with a particular focus on Ghana. The discussions highlighted issues of access and equality, the lack of robust ECE systems, curriculum and pedagogy challenges,...
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The National Teachers Union of South Sudan (NTUSS) has embarked on a transformative journey with the launch of the Education International (EI) “Go Public! Fund Education” campaign. This initiative has significantly contributed to the union’s growth and development.
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404 children came back to school in September 2024 in the Gihanga commune of Burundi thanks to a project against child labour implemented by STEB, the Union of Education Workers of Burundi, with support from Education International, the Fair Childhood Foundation of GEW, AOb, and Mondiaal FNV.
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In a significant development in the fight against School-Related Gender-Based Violence (SRGBV), EI Africa Director Dr. Dennis Sinyolo announced the launch of the SRGBV Phase 3 Programme for 2024-2026. Under the theme “Educators Determined to End SRGBV (EDE-SRGBV),” this initiative aims to transform schools and education institutions into safe havens...
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