2025 ADEA Triennale
Strengthening the resilience of Africa’s educational systems: advancing towards ending learning poverty by 2035 with a well-educated and skilled workforce for the continent and beyond.
October 29 - 31 2025 Accra, Ghana
This convening will bring together African policymakers, educators, researchers, and development partners to align on strategies that accelerate education reform, promote inclusive learning, and strengthen systems to prepare Africa’s youth for the future of work.
Working with our partners to transform secondary and post-secondary education and skilling, we aim to enable the potential of 30 million young people, including young women, refugees, displaced persons, and people with disabilities, to access pathways for dignified and fulfilling work.
With our strong partnerships, we will focus on
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Equitable access
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Quality learning by strengthening teacher training
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Skill for the future
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Stronger systems
The Triennale will be held over three days in a hybrid format with in-person and virtual sessions.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 14:30 - 16:30 GMT
Secondary Education as the Main Platform to Work: Pathways for Africa's Youth.
Opening remarks: James McIntyre, Director, Secondary Education.
Panellist: Kim Kerr, Director, Strategy & Programming, Education & Transitions.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 9:00 - 11:00 GMT
Inclusive Education in Africa - Policy Implication for Getting and Keeping All Children in School
Key Policy Recommendations: Dr. Peter Materu, Chief Program Officer.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 17:00 - 18:00 GMT
How to Empower a Growing Workforce for More & Better Jobs: Consultative Session on the Digital Skills for Africa Report
Moderator: Suraj Shah, Head, Strategic Partnerships & Thought Leadership, Centre for Innovative Teaching & Learning.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Peter Materu, Chief Program Officer.
Supporting African Youth
The Mastercard Foundation Education and Transitions platform works to ensure that young people across Africa have access to quality and relevant education and skills to transition into dignified and fulfilling work.
