EdTech and Skill Development Committee
Skilling Africa's Makers for Industry
The EdTech and Skill Development Committee of Make in Africa works to close the skills gap that holds back African industry. Its members are educators, technologists and workforce-development leaders who understand what factories, processors and digital firms need. By promoting digital learning, linking EdTech innovators with colleges and employers, and advocating for sound policy, the committee helps young Africans gain the skills to make things here. We also ask partner countries to invest in skills and research on fair terms.
Our Vision
Building a Skilled, Making Continent
To match education and training to the needs of African industry, so that young people can build and run the factories of the future.
Our Mission
Equipping People for Industry
- Promote Lifelong Learning: Back digital education in universities, colleges and technical institutions, alongside lifelong learning programmes.
- Link EdTech to Institutions: Connect African EdTech companies with colleges and schools so that technology becomes part of how people learn.
- Reskill the Workforce: Support skills programmes that prepare people for jobs in manufacturing, processing and emerging industries.
- Advocate for Policy: Work with governments to build a supportive environment for skills, research and training investment.
Focus Areas: Advancing Education and Skills
University and Institutional Engagement
Partner with universities and technical institutions to bring effective digital learning platforms and methods to African learners.
EdTech Collaboration
Connect African EdTech founders with institutions and employers to scale learning tools built for local needs.
Reskilling the Workforce
Design programmes that close skill gaps and prepare workers for the jobs African industry is creating.
Policy Advocacy
Speak up for skills and EdTech in policy, and press partners to fund training and research in Africa.
What We Do?
Learning and Skills for Industry
- Training Workshops: Run workshops and seminars on digital education, emerging technologies and technical skills.
- Networking Events: Bring EdTech innovators, educators and employers together to connect and collaborate.
- Policy Engagement: Advocate for rules and investment that widen access to quality education and skills.
- Resource Sharing: Give members the latest insights, tools and good practice in EdTech and workforce development.
Why Join the EdTech and Skill Development Committee?
- Stay Ahead: Keep up with advances in education technology and workforce trends.
- Collaborate and Innovate: Work with EdTech builders, academic institutions and policymakers to shape how Africa learns.
- Drive Change: Influence policies that support education innovation and skills development.
Shape the Future of Education and Skills
Join the EdTech and Skill Development Committee and help build the workforce African industry needs. Become a member to connect, innovate and lead in education technology and skills across the continent.
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- Australia China Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
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- Australia India Seafood Industry Council (AISIC)
- Australia India Free Trade and Seafood Industry Advisory Group (AIFTSIAG)
- Australia Qatar Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Saudi Arabia Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
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- Semiconductor Fabless Policy 2027-2035
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- Events and Tourism Policy 2027-2035
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- Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Policy 2027-2035
- Fisheries Policy 2027-2035
- Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Policy 2027-2035
- MIAGS Startup Policy 2027-2035
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About
The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.