African Storybook (ASb) Champions across East, South and West Africa are fostering literacy by using the local languages familiar to children. As they support children to use the ASb Reader and Maker Apps, they are able to observe children's reading experiences and behaviours, revealing valuable insights. Read on to discover what our recent programme review uncovered.

The Universities Learning Futures (ULeFu) Digital Teaching and Learning Programme, led by Higher Education Leadership and Management (HELM) under Universities South Africa (USAf), is dedicated to transforming teaching and learning in historically disadvantaged institutions. At the heart of this initiative is an innovative digital transformation framework, guide, and learning toolkit crafted by Saide, designed to empower South Africa’s higher education system by boosting institutional capabilities and capacity.

At the 2024 Hewlett Grantee Foundation Convening, education was championed as a vital public good. One of the standout themes was the power of open education to drive societal progress. In this article we look at how the concept of openness in education is key to realising this vision.

The 2024 Siyaphumelela Network Conference, marked a decade of success for the Siyaphumelela student success initiative. It also launched its third phase, which now includes twenty partner universities, supported by The Kresge Foundation.

The VVOB Funda Udlale Nathi (F.U.N.) team, Prof. Hasina Ebrahim, Melissa King and Sheila Drew embarked on a mission to explore critical questions facing the Early Childhood Development (ECD) sector.  ‘What does it truly mean to be an ECD professional?’ and ‘How can we break down barriers to access and career progressions? ’This article reflects on, and shares insights on a new pathway to uplift ECD educators and improve the lives of young children.

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