Diversify Learning Pathways for Out-of-School Youth

The August edition of EdTech Mondays Africa reviews the 2024 EdTech Conference Recommendation No.9: "Lower access barriers to EdTech through strategic public-private partnerships that support responsive, evidence-based policy and affordable solutions for all.”

This episode examines the unique challenges and explores opportunities within South Africa's education system and how strategic public-private partnerships can help to address the challenges through evidence-based policies and affordable technological solutions.

Siyavula Foundation is one of the EdTech innovators that are changing the trajectory of technology enabled learning in South Africa – in addition to Thutong Portal, which provides free educational content to South Africa’s education community, has proven to be an effective resource in supporting curriculum delivery. How do we ensure these partnerships between public and private sectors are increasing access in partnership with government?

Panelists

1. Gabriel Shoderu, Mastercard Foundation Scholar, Msc Computer Science, University of Pretoria
2. Samke Mnguni, Youth Leadership Programme Manager at the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund
3. Gigi Ncgobo, Lead, Venture Scale, Injini
4. Dr. Mark Horner, Director, Learning & Impact, Siyavula
5. Wallace Isaacs, Deputy Director, Department Enrolment and Student Administration, University of Pretoria

Moderator: Joy Doreen Bira