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THE 3rd Africa Education Summit 2025 in Victoria Falls has kicked on Friday in Victoria Falls with President Mnangagwa expected to officially open it shortly.
The high-profile event has brought together education ministers, policymakers and stakeholders from across Africa to deliberate on strategies for enhancing the continent’s education systems in line with Agenda 2063 and Vision 2030.
It is running under the theme: “Translating our Educational Advancement to Continental Development.”
Our Deputy National Editor, Mashudu Netsianda is attending the summit and will be giving us live updates.
Shaping Africa’s future: 3rd Africa Education Summit focuses on Innovation and Progress
THE 3rd Africa Education Summit 2025 is running under the theme: “Translating our Educational Advancement to Continental Development.”
The 3rd Africa Education Summit is a premier event dedicated to fostering educational advancement across the continent, being jointly hosted by Global Skills Hub United Kingdom, Africa Education Stakeholders and the Government of Zimbabwe.
It seeks to create a transformative experience that will drive educational and developmental progress across Africa. Discussions are focusing on curriculum innovation, funding strategies and digital education, setting the stage for transformative policies that will shape Africa’s education landscape for years to come
UK based Lancaster University director, Dr Akanimo Odom is currently presenting on internationalisation and innovations in education: stimulating entrepreneurial thinking in educators
“Internationalisation is critical in our education systems and you can’t tackle internationalisation without innovation. It makes education effective Innovation is key issue in education in Africa, which is fragmented,” he said
The Second Republic, under the leadership of President Mnangagwa continues to prioritise education as a key driver of socio-economic transformation with the summit providing a platform to share best practices and innovative solutions.
The first Africa Education Summit was held in Rwanda and the second in Nottingham in the UK. The second Summit was held under the theme: “Entrepreneurship and Skills Development in the 21st Century Education System: The African-European Perspectives”.
It made a clarion call for governments, civic society organisations and international partners to prioritise investments in education infrastructure, teacher training and targeted support for marginalised groups.
The Summit also identified the need for a paradigm shift in education systems towards a knowledge-based economy, driven by technological advancements and globalisation and the re-imagining of education curricula to foster creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking, adaptability and pursuing innovative solutions to complex challenges.
President Mnangagwa arrives for the 3rd Africa Education Summit in Victoria Falls
President Mnangagwa has arrived in Victoria Falls to attend the 3rd Africa Education Summit, a significant gathering aimed at addressing critical issues in the continent’s education sector.
Among those attending is Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, Defence Minister Oppah Muchinguri, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Minister Dr Jenfan Muswere, Matabeleland North Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister Richard Moyo, Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Torerai Moyo, university vice chancellors and academics from African countries and among others
The summit, which brings together education ministers, policymakers, and stakeholders from across Africa, is expected to foster dialogue and collaboration on enhancing educational standards and access throughout the region.
The three-day summit will feature a series of discussions, workshops, and presentations focusing on various themes, including digital learning, inclusivity in education, and strategies to combat educational disparities.
Participants will also explore ways to leverage technology to enhance teaching and learning processes across the continent.
Education as a catalyst for development: Minister Moyo says
Matabeleland North Provincial Affairs and Devolution Minister, Richard Moyo, has emphasised the pivotal role of education, innovation, and inclusivity in shaping character development across the African continent.
He said this while giving his welcome remarks at the 3rd Africa Education Summit.
Minister Moyo said the summit will be catalyst in the education sphere.
“As a province, we strive to provide education to learners so that they can participate in the economic development of the country and contribute to the shared vision of attaining an upper middle-income economy by 2030,” he said.
Education Minister calls for innovation and collaboration in African education
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo has called on countries in Africa to prioritise research, innovation and collaboration to ensure quality and inclusive education for all and embrace technology and gender equality.
Speaking at the 3rd Africa Education Summit is Victoria Falls, Minister Mo
yo commended the Second Republic for ensuring that education is a key driver of socio-economic transformation.
“We applaud the Second Republic under the astute leadership of t Mnangagwa for the role in promoting education that leaves no and no place behind.,” he said.
VP Chiwenga praises President Mnangagwa’s education reforms
VICE President Dr Constantino Chiwenga says Zimbabwe under the leadership of President Mnangagwa has embraced heritage 5.0 education and practical development that promotes entrepreneurship.
Speaking at the 3rd Africa Education Summit in Victoria Falls, Dr Chiwenga said in line NDS1, President Mnangagwa has made strides in championing the renovation of schools across the country and ensuring learners have access to safe and well-equipped classrooms.
“We are inspired by President Mnangagwa for championing inclusive education that has transformed lives across the country,” he said.
President urges African educators to prioritise research and innovation
President Mnangagwa has urged educators across Africa to place a greater emphasis on research, highlighting its vital role in the continent’s modernisation.
He further stressed the need for a thorough reevaluation of whether African countries are adequately equipping learners with the essential skills necessary for progress and development.
Officially opening the 3rd Africa Education Summit in Victoria Falls, President Mnangagwa said Africa must foster an education system that promotes solution-based minds not merely certificate holders.
“In the past, we felt those who spoke English were highly educated. We must scale up transformative strategies that promote development across Africa. Think outside the box to upscale resilience systems as we shape the future of our continent. Those who thought Africa was a dark continent are those who had dark minds,” he said.
President Mnangagwa said Africa should be holistic in its prepositions that take into account its unique realities.
“Increased cooperation among African countries is key to cater for 30 million children out of school in sub-Saharan Africa. We should facilitate equitable access to education and in our case as Zimbabwe, increased school infrastructure especially in resettlement areas has ensured that learners walk more than 5km to school,” he said.
“This is to make sure that no one is left behind. It is the duty of the government to make sure that every child has access to education. My government has made it a point that we drill a borehole in every school and a nutrition garden.
“We must work to align this sector, and our schools and higher learning institutions must be incubators of innovation so that our students produce goods and services that meet the demands of our communities.
Africa’s rise depends on strong education pillars: President Mnangagwa
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has challenged stakeholders attending the ongoing 3rd Africa Education Summit in Victoria Falls to proffer solutions and actionable policies that propel the continent into a rising star.
He said since Africa is rising, education should be one of the strongest pillars of that rise.
“Let us build a robust education system that ensures that we take pride in our identity as Africans. We must work to align the education sector, and our schools and higher learning institutions must be incubators of innovation so that our students produce goods and services that meet the demands of our communities,” said President Mnangagwa.
He implored private players including those in the diaspora to complement the Government by investing in clean energy, which is deemed a dual necessity.
“We need an education system that enables our learners to create jobs and solve societal challenges. The need to enhance collaboration cannot be emphasised. My government has increased support for teaching and learning material and these are having a positive impact in learning processes and ensure a knowledge-driven economy,” said President Mnangagwa.
He said the digital divide remains a challenge in the continent, adding that there is an urgent need to address those issues through promoting research in A1, climate change and agriculture in Africa.
