Let's Talk Education Africa
Let's Talk Education Africa is a podcast hosted by award-winning educationist Senyo Tettegah. It explores themes in education practice and research, sharing inspiring stories of educators and innovators making a difference in their schools and communities across Africa. The podcast is aimed at teachers, researchers, education administrators, and anyone interested in education in Africa.
Episodes
LTEA In-Person Event: Breaking Barriers to Quality Senior High School Education in Ghana
At our first-ever in-person event, Let’s Talk Education Africa brought together voices from different perspectives for a candid conversation about the state and future of education in Ghana.This special panel discussion, moderated by Senyo and featuring Elizabeth Patterson and Divine Kpe, explored the barriers standing between Ghanaian students and a genuinely quality Senior High School education.
S03E80 IDP's model for sustaining access to quality education in low-fee non-state schools
Access to quality education remains one of Africa's greatest challenges. Not because schools are unavailable, but because affordability, financing, and long-term sustainability continue to limit learning opportunities for millions of children across the continent.In this episode, Senyo speaks with Irene, founder of the IDP Foundation and author of The School in the Market, about IDP's approach to
S03E79 Preparing Learners for Careers in Tech- Nyansapoh Institute
Maybe the problem isn't that young people can't learn tech. Maybe it's how we've been teaching it.In this episode, Senyo speaks with Michelle, founder of Nyansapo Institute, about why too many learners leave school knowing the theory but lacking the skills to build, create, and solve real problems. They discuss what it takes to prepare young people for careers in tech, why hands-on
S03E78 What does Future-Ready Education Look Like Today?
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Fatma, an education leader whose journey spans public health, child protection, international development, and school leadership, to explore what future-ready education looks like in a world shaped by rapid technological change, artificial intelligence, and evolving workforce demands.Fatma reflects on the purpose of schooling, the skills young people need to thri
S03E77 Right to Play: Child-Centered Learning as a Pathway to Quality Education
In this episode, Aml speaks with Evans Sinkari, Country Director of Right to Play Ghana, an international NGO dedicated to educating, protecting, and empowering children through the power of play. This conversation addresses the key barriers to children's access to quality education in Ghana, the importance of child-centered learning, and how collaboration among educators, families, and commun
S03E76 Addressing Efficiency and Equity Gaps in Education Financing
In this episode, Senyo speaks with education economist and researcher Dr. Peter Anti-Partey on the realities of education financing in Ghana and across Africa. Far from a simple case of "no money," Dr. Anti-Partey reveals how political interests, inefficient spending, and a disregard for data-driven equity are stalling educational progress. The episode further examines the role of citizens and civ
S03E75 Google DeepMind on Equipping African AI Researchers of the Future with Technical Skills
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Prof. Ulrich Paquet, Research Scientist at Google DeepMind and Director of AI at the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS), and Sepehr Hejazi Moghadam, Senior Programme Manager at Google.org and lead of the Science Ecosystem portfolio, to unpack the launch of a freely accessible AI curriculum. Developed from the ground up with African educators to in
S03E74 BYU Pathway: Expanding Access to Higher Education Across Africa
In this episode, Aml speaks with Jane Clayson Johnson and Brian Ashton, president of BYU Pathway Worldwide, together with a Ghanaian student, Benjamin Kwesi Ahialorxo, whose life has been directly transformed by the program. BYU Pathway's efforts have provided thousands of students in Africa with greater access to higher education, making it more affordable and closely linked to real opportunities
S03E73 Barriers Facing Children in Accessing Quality Education
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Evelyne Keomian-Wood, founder of the Karat School Project. Evelyne’s early experiences with hunger, poverty, and limited access to learning shaped her belief that education can break cycles of poverty, a belief that has led her to establish the Karat School Project.The conversation highlights the key barriers many children still face in accessing education, parti
S03E72 Addressing the Gaps in Learning Differences Support and Advocacy in Africa
Imagine a child in a classroom, bright, curious, and full of ideas. But every time words dance on the page, they twist into shapes that don’t make sense. The teacher thinks the child isn’t trying hard enough, and report cards carry painful labels that stick for years. Yet beneath all that, the child isn’t slow. The child isn’t incapable. The child simply learns differently.In this episode, Aml spe
S03E71 Teacher motivation for Lasting Education Reform
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Mr. Modern Karema, the Uganda Country Director for STiR Education, about the organization’s mission to help teachers thrive and transform learning outcomes. The conversation explores STiR Education’s efforts in strengthening education systems by building the capacity of government structures rather than creating parallel ones and helping school leaders, district
S03E70 Edutab Africa: Bringing Digital Learning to Offline Communities
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Lazarus Muthenya, Programmes Manager at Edutab Africa, a Kenyan EdTech organization making digital learning accessible to offline communities across Kenya and beyond.Lazarus takes us inside Edutab’s mission and the pillars that drive their work: Digital Learning Solutions, Teacher Professional Development, STEAM education, and the African Children’s Stories podca
S03E69 Deployment of Technology in African Schools
Education technology (EdTech) is widely recognized for its potential to strengthen access, improve quality, and bridge gaps in Africa’s education systems. Yet, the expectations of EdTech have not always matched the reality on the ground. Uncertainties linger around access, sustainability, equity, and whether technology is truly transforming learning outcomes for African students.In this episode, S
S03E68 African Education Program (AEP): 20 Years of Community Impact and Leadership
What began as a simple high school project has, over the past two decades, grown into a transformative force for education, health, and community development. Julie-Anne and three friends launched the African Education Program (AEP) with nothing more than books, computers, and a desire to make a meaningful connection with disadvantaged youth in Kafue, Zambia. Over the years, their work has been sh
S03E67 The AfricanISE Virtual Conference: Centering African Voices in Education
In this episode, we shine a spotlight on an upcoming event transforming how African educators connect, collaborate, and champion education rooted in African realities- The AfricanISE Virtual Conference. Created to fill the gap for a dedicated space centering African voices and issues in education, this gathering aims to inspire a renewed sense of urgency and purpose among educators across the cont
S03E66 Igniting Future-Ready Education through Community Ownership: The EduSpots Model
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Lawrence Boakye Dankwah, Head of Education Programs at EduSpots, an organization reshaping education through a community-led model that centers local leadership and ownership. EduSpots began with the simple idea of “reading spots” and has since evolved into a dynamic network of over 50 community owned learning spaces, known as “Spots,” spread across Ghana and bey
S03E65 Girls Education Initiative Ghana: Championing Inclusive Girls' Education
“If you educate a woman, you educate a whole nation.” - Dr. James Kwegyir AggreyGirls’ education remains one of the most powerful tools for transforming societies across Africa. Educated girls are more likely to become empowered women who uplift their families, communities, and nations. Yet, barriers such as poverty, gender norms, and disability continue to limit access for many girls across the c
S03E64 Beyond the Books, Are We Truly Preparing Africa's Learners for the Future?
While many African classrooms continue to center instruction around textbooks and rigid curriculums, we continue to ask: Are we truly equipping our learners with the skills, mindset, and adaptability needed to thrive in a rapidly changing, tech-driven world? As the demands of the 21st century evolve, so too must our approach to learning. This episode explores the urgent need to move beyond rote le
S03E61 Gender Inequality in STEM
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Dr. Vida Awinime Bugri, a dedicated researcher and passionate advocate for gender equity in STEM education. With teaching experience in France and a strong commitment to social justice, she has seen firsthand the systemic challenges women face in STEM fields. This insight inspired her to establish Eduvision, an NGO focused on empowering, mentoring, and training w
S03E63 Data Must Speak (DMS): A UNICEF Education Research
Could the solutions to learning crisis already exist within education systems?In this episode, Aml speaks with Jessica Bergmann, an Education Research Specialist at UNICEF Innocenti, on the Data Must Speak positive deviance research. For the past 3 years, Jessica has been supporting this initiative, which empowers school actors as change agents and aims to harness existing data and local solutions
S03E62 Enhancing Education Research in Africa
Education research in Africa has long been a crucial aspect of shaping the continent’s future. However, the dominance of Western-led research initiatives has often led to a lack of locally relevant evidence to inform policies and practices. In this episode, Senyo speaks with Dr. Lucy Wakiaga, Associate Research Scientist at African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC). Dr. Wakiaga shares
S03E60 Building Resilience in Africa’s Education Data Systems
Data is the backbone of informed decision-making in education; and in today's data-driven world, it is more crucial than ever for educators to stay ahead of the curve and leverage data to drive student success. Building on this imperative, the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) launched the Tackling Education and Skills Data Challenge in Africa project, a 5-year initiati
S03E59 Transformative Applications of AI and Data Science in African Education Systems, with Emmanuel Mawuli Kanati
The strategic integration of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education have shown promising results globally. But what are the implications, opportunities, and challenges of these emerging fields in African educational contexts, and how can AI be harnessed in the continent’s education system?In this episode, Kwame explores these questions with Emmanuel Mawuli Kanati, a renowned Da
S03E58 The Kids Club Kampala Story
Kids Club Kampala is a children's charity organization founded in 2009 by three friends, Olivia, Sam, and Corrie. The organization improves livelihoods of children and families in Kampala's slum areas through three main programs: education, child protection, and family strengthening.In this episode, Aml speaks Olivia Barker White, Co-Founder and CEO, who shares the inspiring story behind Kids Club
S03E57 Decolonizing Higher Education in Africa, with Esther Tawiah
In this episode, Senyo Speaks with Esther Tawiah, Director of the Gender Centre for Empowering Developments, as they delve into the critical topic of Decolonizing Higher Education in Africa. Esther shares her insights on the need to break free from imposed educational systems and create a path that reflects African value and knowledge. The episode also explores the delicate balance between embraci
S03E56 The Purpose of Education in Peacebuilding
Can education make a meaningful contribution to peacebuilding efforts? Is education enough to achieve a lasting peace, or are other factors also necessary? In this episode, Senyo speaks with Timothy Dziedzom Amaglo-Mensah, research assistant at the University of Glasgow and co-host on PeaceEd Chat about his research on “The Purposes of Education in Peacebuilding: Views of Local Peace Actors in Div
SO3E55 Decolonizing Higher Education in Africa, with Pauline Essah
Education is a powerful tool for transformation in Africa, but the sector faces a critical challenge: a legacy of colonialism that has shaped the continent’s higher education systems. As the continent strives to reclaim its cultural identity and address its unique challenges, the need to decolonize higher education has become increasingly urgent. But what does this mean in practice?In this episode
SO3E54 Conversation with Inspiring Teachers: Supporting Teacher Development for Improved Classroom Outcomes
Inspiring teachers is a leading organization committed toempowering teachers with exceptional support, enabling them to deliver high-quality lessons and enhance student learning outcomes. Through evidence-based approaches, they have positively impacted thousands of teachers across Sub-Saharan Africa, with a focus on foundational literacy. Their teacher development programs have spanned multiple co
E03S53 Sabre's Approach to Teacher Training for Improved Learning Outcomes
For 20 years, Sabre Education has championed quality of education in Ghana, providing children with the best possible early childhood education through comprehensive teacher training, transforming school learning environments, and advocacy.In this episode, Senyo speaks with Robert Quansah, Senior ECE Technical Manager at Sabre Education to evaluate the organization’s Fast track transformation teac
SO3E52 Decolonising Education: Promoting Indigenous Epistemologies in AI Outputs
Artificial intelligence has brought significant transformation worldwide, but beneath the surface, a concerning bias exists. AI systems are largely designed with a Western perspective, overlooking the rich cultural heritage and knowledge of indigenous communities, especially across the Sub-Saharan region. This raises a critical question: How can we create a more inclusive system that harmonizes We
S0351 How to Effectively Use AI for Research, With Dr. Philip Adu
In today's rapidly evolving technological terrain, research is undergoing a transformative shift. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the research process, streamlining workflows, and enhancing outcomes.In this episode, Kwame speaks with Dr. Philip Adu, a renowned researcher and founder of Research Methods Consulting, as he addresses key research challenges, and shares expert insights on
S03E50 Street Child's Approach to Providing Safe Learning Spaces for Street-Connected Children
For decades, poverty, abuse, and abandonment have driven a growing number of African children to live on the streets. Since 2008, Street Child has worked tirelessly to ensure these vulnerable children are safely enrolled in schools and receiving an education. With remarkable success, they've transformed over 250,000 lives in Sierra Leone alone, providing access to quality basic education through r
S03E49 P.E.N: Pioneering Hands-On STEM Teacher Training Online
As the world increasingly shift towards digitaltransformation, Heather Beem, CEO and Founder of Practical Education Network (PEN) conducted research to assess the feasibility, effectiveness and impact of transitioning STEM teacher training in Ghana from traditional in-person to fully online. In this Episode, Kwame speaks with Heather to explore the key findings of the research and discuss effectiv
S03E48 Policy Labs and Evidence Use in Education: A Report from Jacobs Foundation and On Think Tanks
The Jacobs Foundation is collaborating with Edlabs across four countries to enhance evidence use in education policy, addressing the limited systematic evidence on policy labs' effectiveness. In this episode, Senyo speaks with Samuel and Marcela on a recent report that analyses key issues in the use of evidence and provides practical recommendations for their mission.Read the full report here: htt
S02E47 EDTECH SERIES// Driven By Purpose, Enabled by Technology and Grounded in Humanity: The Starters Technology Story
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Triumph Tetteh, Director at Starters technology. Triumph has always been passionate about Technology and Engineering. However, his journey into education began unexpectedly while serving as a research assistant at KNUST, when he took the opportunity to give children piano lessons. This experience intrigued him about how kids' brains work and how they grasp and as
S02E46 EDTECH SERIES// Equipping Youth with In-Demand Tech Skills: The Techten Planet Story
In this episode, we delve into a conversation with Manny Oppong, COO, and Oscar Yaw Asamoah, CEO of Techten Planet, sharing their personal journeys and mission to empower the next generation of tech leaders. Driven by a shared vision, they established Techten Planet to bridge the gaping education gap in Ghana by providing practical, hands-on STEM experiences that foster lifelong learning.
This co
S02E45 EDTECH SERIES// Improving Education and Youth Development Through ICT: The TECHAiDE Story
In this episode, Kwame speaks with William Odartei, a seasoned marketer and an education advocate with over 15 years of professional experience; he is the Marketing officer at TECHAiDE, a pioneering Ghanaian EdTech company.
Founded by educationist Mr. Kafui Prebbie in 2011, TECHAiDE has been harnessing ICT to improve education and support youth development, and impacted over 400,000 lives through
S02E44 EDTECH SERIES// Closing the Digital Gap using Storytelling: The Tech Hustle Story
In this episode, Kwame delves in a conversation with Charity Akpabey, a remarkable Digital Business Consultant at VGC Group and author of the empowering book, Tech Hustle. Charity's journey is a testament to her determination and adaptability, having transitioned from a non-tech background in economics, geography, population studies, and demography to achieving remarkable success in project ma
S02E43 EDTECH SERIES// Promoting Innovation, Design, Arts, and Entrepreneurship among Young People in Africa- The STEMAIDE Africa Story.
This episode unfolds the story of how a young boy’s ambitions were nearly derailed when he was denied entry into his dream university’s engineering program due to lack of science background. Despite facing rejection, his passion for technology and commitment to helping build IT solutions for people drove him to become an experienced UX specialist with a software engineering background.
In this e
S02E42 EDTECH SERIES// Digitizing over 40,000 pages of Learning Material: The Chalkboard Education Story
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Genevieve Simiyu, the Chief Operating Officer at Chalkboard Education, to discuss her inspiring journey.
After taking a break from school and life, Genevieve took
the leap and moved to Ghana, where she worked on digital literacy projects. This experience opened her eyes to the gaps in Ghana’s education sector, particularly the lack of relevant online courses for
S02E41 EDTECH SERIES// Empowering Rural Youth Through Digital Literacy and Entrepreneurship: The Triggers & Shappers Foundation Story
In this episode, Kwame Speaks with Ebenezer Kwaku Boakye-Yiadom, a young man who despite facing formidable challenges, his unwavering resilience and determination propelled him upward, earning him a series of distinguished degrees and certificates in Education. He’s now dedicated to impacting young minds through technology, and he works for the Triggers & Shappers Foundation as a Public Relati
S02E40 EDTECH SERIES// Youth Breaking Barriers with Digital Skills: The Ghana Code Club Story
In this inspiring episode, Kwame speaks with Ernestina Appiah who shares her journey from being a secretary in an IT firm to becoming a successful entrepreneur and educator. She is the founder and CEO of the Ghana Code Club, an after-school program empowering children aged 5-17 with computing skills, confidence and the opportunity to shape their world.
Ernestina opens up about the challenges she f
S02E39 EDTECH SERIES// Teaching in the Digital Age: GSET's Efforts to Enhance Teacher Capacity for Effective Technology Integration, with Noble Dzreh
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Noble Selorm Dzreh, a passionate Ghanaian educator and EdTech enthusiast. He is a licensed teacher with experience in Teacher Professional Development, and focused on promoting STEM-based innovations in education.
Noble is the Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
associate at the Ghana Society of Education Technology (GSET), a non-profit globally recognize
S02E38 A New Approach to Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century, by Dr. Nefertiti Puplampu (Institute for Advanced Teaching and Learning)
From a young age, Dr. Nefertiti envisioned a transformative approach to education when she realized education didn’t have to be boring and tough. Her educational journey, spanning the USA and Ghana, fueled her passion for innovative teaching and learning. Driven by a desire to empower educators and revolutionize education, she pursued expertise in learning science and 21st-century teaching strateg
S02E37 Safeguarding Young Minds in the Digital Space, with Confidence Osein
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Confidence Osein, a visionary woman who has carved a path in the tech space with unwavering determination. Driven by a passion to harness technology for good, she founded the Internet Safe Kids Africa, a pioneering organization dedicated to empowering digitally connected young people to navigate the cyber community safely and responsibly.
Kwame engages Confidenc
S02E36 Open Foundation West Africa: Driving Change through Digital Innovation and Collaboration
Africa, a continent teeming with diverse cultures and home to over 15% of the world's total population, has long been underrepresented online, with only about 2.5% of Wikipedia's content related to Africa. But Open Foundation West Africa is revolutionizing this landscape through its collaboration with Wikimedia.
This episode features a conversation between Kwame and Ruby Damenshie-Brown, former
S02S35 - The State of Basic Education in Ghana, with Divine Kpe
In this episode, Kwame speaks with education specialist, Divine Kpe, about the state of Basic education in Ghana. Divine reflects on his personal journey, from growing up in a fishing community with limited access to education to becoming a teacher and later, an education policy expert. He now works as the Senior Program Officer for the Africa Education Watch, a research and advocacy organization
S02E34 Girls Education Initiative Ghana: 10 Years of Championing Girls Education
What does it take to transform the lives of thousands of girls, one educational opportunity at a time? Join us as we commemorate 10 remarkable years of Girls Education Initiative Ghana's journey of transformation, empowerment, and change.
In this episode, Kwame Speaks with Elizabeth Akua-Nyarko Patterson, the Founder and executive director of the GEIG. Driven by her life experiences and resea
S02E33 How Instill Education is empowering teachers and school leaders to grow professionally- Insights from Sarah Osei
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Sarah Osei, the West
African Regional Lead at Instill Education, a leading teacher CPD service provider dedicated to transforming education in Africa.
Sarah shares her expertise and passion for improving educational outcomes in Africa, highlighting innovative programs and initiatives that Instill Education is implementing to empower teachers and students all arou
S02E32 Mental Health in Schools in Africa, with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba
In this Episode, Senyo speaks with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkalamba, a lecturer in Psychology at the University of Malawi, and a dedicated advocate for mental health in education, on the critical issue of mental well-being in schools in Africa.
Michelle shares valuable insights and personal experiences, shedding light on the unique challenges faced in addressing mental health issues in the education
S02E31 The Use of Generative AI in Education - perspectives from Dr Lucy Agyepong
In this episode, Kwame speaks with the Vice President of Academic City University on the use of generative AI tools in schools and educational institutions.
S02E30 Community Engagement for Effective School Management
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Avril, a social development professional with over two decades of experience spanning education, maternal and child health, child protection, behavioral change communication, and volunteering for development. Avril, who is currently the Country Lead for the Jacobs Foundation in Ghana, discusses how community engagement and participation are crucial to improving s
S02E29 Interview with 2023 Best Teacher in Nigeria
In this epiosde, Kwame speaks with Adeola Adefemi, a truly inspiring teacher in a public senior high school in Agege (Nigeria) who has won multiple awards for her dedication and transformative practice. She is the recipient of the African Union Continental Teacher Price, a Top 50 Global Teacher Prize Finalist, Best Teacher in Lagos State and National Best Teacher in Nigeria.
Adeola highlights he
S02E28 - The Lead For Ghana Story
In this episode, you will hear the story of how a college student’s desire to build a library in rural Ghana led him and his friends on to start an organisation empowering over 500 young Ghanaians to be agents of systemic change in Ghana’s education system?
Kwame speaks with Daniel Dotse, CEO and Co-Founder of Lead For Ghana. We dig deep into Daniel’s life experiences and how that shaped the his
S02E27 The Role of Schools in preparing pupils to be career-ready.
In this episode, we speak with Joel Abaka Anaman from Ghana on the role of school in preparing learners with the mindset and skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
S02E26: Leveraging Technology to Unlock Learning: The Exquitec Story
In this episode, Senyo speak with Oluwakemi from Nigeria on using technology to unlock learning for young people in Nigeria.
S02E25: Combining traditional African storytelling with technology to educate kids and preserve African culture
In this episode, Kwame speaks to Elizabeth, a Nigerian edtech entrepreneur leveraging technology to provide culturally relevant education to children in their local language, from numeracy to literacy to fashion.
Her company, Zenafri, has developed a series of mobile apps that teach toddlers and young children basic numeracy and literacy in their language, and narrate original stories based on tr
S02E24 Gender Responsiveness in Basic Education in Africa, with Kofi Asare
Senyo speaks with Kofi Asare from the Africa Education Watch in this episode. Kofi draws from existing evidence across African countries to share insightful perspectives on policy and practice issues that influence the enrolment, retention, achievement and transition of boys and girls in basic education. He proposes recommendations for positioning education systems in Africa to be gender-responsiv
S02E23 How Think Education supports low-cost private school leaders for whole-school improvement
In this episode, Anna speaks with Nana Ama, Social Entrepreneur and Founder of Think Education. Think Education designs and implement a holistic school improvement and advisory program that supports weak low-cost private schools to develop robust and context-based administrative and management systems that improve their schools’ resilience and ability to provide quality education.
Nana Ama describ
S02E22: How CAFOR is Transforming Education for Africa’s Youth, One Project at a Time.
In this episode, Kwame speaks with Brian Baptista, Special Advisor to the Executive Director of CAFOR. Based in Ethiopia, the Coalition on Media and Education for Development Africa Forum (CAFOR) is a non-profit under the African Union. It comprises of various organisations, experts and individuals who are committed to ensuring that education systems in Africa are relevant to young Africans.
Bri
S02E21: Teacher Professional Development in Ghana with Ellen Abakah
In episode 21, Senyo speaks with Dr. Ellen Abakah, lecturer and researcher at the Department of Adult Education and Human Resources Studies at the University of Ghana. Ellen reflects on teacher professional development policy and practice in Ghana, highlighting major debates and key recommendations for accelerating teachers' learning.
S02E20 - Teacher Motivation and Recognition in Africa
In episode 20, Anna speaks to Charles, Partnerships and Uganda Country Lead at Inspiring Teachers. Inspiring Teachers is an award-winning innovative nonprofit strengthening support for teachers in low-resource contexts. Charles reflects on the perception of teachers, major debates on teacher motivation, shares the works of Inspiring Teachers and highlights strategies for supporting teachers to sta
S02E19 How Team4Tech accelerates the impact of EdTech innovations in Africa
In epsiode 19, Kwame speaks to Nyagaki from Kenya on how Team4Tech creates and support an ecosystem of tech innovations in Africa. Team4Tech is a nonprofit impact accelerator bridging the digital equity gap in education to create inclusion and opportunities for learners in under-resourced communities around the world. Nyagaki is the Regional Hub Coordinator for sub-Saharan Africa at Team4Tech.
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S02E18 How the IDP Foundation supports low-cost private schools to thrive.
In this episode, Senyo speaks to Stephen Opuni, Country Director for the IDP Foundation in Ghana. Stephen shares the work of the Foundation in supporting low-cost private schools and championing research and advocacy to scale effective learning interventions.
S02E17: What is it like Teaching in an International School in Ghana?
In this episode, Anna interviews Clemence, an enthusiastic English Language Teacher in an International School in the capital of Ghana. Clemence shares his views on teaching and learning and reflects on the challenges of teaching in multicultural contexts and some effective strategies he has employed to meet his pupils' diverse needs.
S02E16 Using EdTech to Enable Personalised Learning, with Senyo Jiagge of QKnow EdTech
In this episode, co-host Kwame and Senyo Jiagge, co-founder and CEO of QKnow EdTech reflect on how technology is shaping teaching and learning in Ghana and Africa. Senyo also tells us about his EdTech product, QKnow, which provides high quality educational content in the form of notes, articles, interactive quizzes, videos, and Learning Boxes to power personalised learning for young people in and
S02E15: Transforming Teaching, Education and Learning (T-TEL) in Ghana with Robin Todd
In this episode, Senyo speaks with Robin Todd, Executive Director of T-TEL in Ghana on the organisation's efforts to reform education in Ghana, starting from pre-service teacher education reform to the secondary education reform, school leadership, among others. Robin shares insightful reflections on education reform in Ghana that you will find refreshing!
S02E14: Strategies for Effective Mathematics Pedagogy with Regan Afari.
In episode 14, Anna speaks with Regan, an experienced high school mathematics teacher who shares strategies and tools he uses to make the teaching of mathematics practical and relatable for his students, allowing them to gain confidence with Mathematics and excel.
S02E13 How technology is shaping teacher professional development in Africa: the Schoolinka way.
In this episode, co-host Kwame speaks to Kayode, founder of Schoolinka about how technology is shaping teaching and learning in Africa. Kayode shares about how Schoolinka is leveraging technology to equip teachers, uplift schools and support parents.
S02E12 Transforming Early Childhood Education in Africa, the Lively Minds Approach.
In this episode, our lead host Senyo speaks with David from Lively Minds on their innovative early childhood development programme running in Ghana and Uganda. Lively Minds’ innovative programme is now running in over 2,200 communities, empowering over 65,000 rural parents and over 5,000 teachers to foster children’s cognitive and social skills while promoting hygiene and nutrition, among others.
S02E11 Let's Talk Girls Education and Female Empowerment in Ghana: the GEIG way.
In this episode, Anna speaks with Elizabeth Patterson, founder of the Girls Education Initiative of Ghana, on the challenges of girls education and the work of GEIG in empowering girls with academic and financial support to be successful. Through a range of in-person and virtual leadership development and support programmes like the Tertiary Scholars Program, Teenage Girls Empowerment Program, and
S02E10 Creating Immersive Learning Experience in Virtual & Augmented Reality: The Nubian VR story
In this episode, Kwame talks to Kabiru Seidu, Co-Founder of Nubian VR on an education solution that leverages technology to create immersion learning experiences accessible to pupils.
S02E09 Introducing new co-hosts Anna and Kwame
In this episode, Senyo the Lead Host introduces two new individuals working in education, Anna and Kwame. We learn about their backgrounds and interests and welcome them to Let’s Talk Education Africa podcast as co-hosts.
S01E08 Let’s Talk Positive Discipline & Corporal Punishment in Schools, Robert Omwa, HSC.
In this episode, we discuss corporal punishment in schools with Robert Omwa from Kenya. Robert is a certified positive discipline coach and teacher. He was caned in school by his teachers and used to cane his pupils as a teacher, until something happened! He now advocates for an end to corporal punishment in schools in Africa, reaching over 10,000 teachers with his message and training and receivi
S01E07 African indigenous knowledge systems & pedagogies in decolonisation maths & science education
In this episode, we interview Kenneth Gyamerah, a doctoral candidate at the Queens University in Canada on his PhD research. Kenneth has been selected among Canada’s 24 Most Exceptional PhD. scholars under the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). He was a Chevening Scholar at the University of Bristol in the UK, graduating with a distinction in MSc Education Policy and International D
S01E06 In Conversation with the National Best Teacher in Ghana (2022) - Part 2
In this episode, our lead host, Senyo, continues the conversation with the 2022 National Best Teacher in Ghana. She shares the most rewarding moments in her career, her work as a teacher, her views on teacher involvement in education policy-making, and her recommendations for improving education outcomes. Please listen to part 1 of the interview in the previous episode.Find Stella's books here and
S01E05 In Coversation with the National Best Teacher in Ghana (2022) - Part 1
In this episode, our lead host Senyo, speaks with Stella Gyimaah Larbi an English Teacher in a suburban public school in Ghana. Stella was recently awarded the Ghana Teacher Prize for her excellent teaching and dedication to improving all aspects of schooling. She speaks about why she went into teaching, teachers who have had an impact on her, some projects she had led, etc. while sharing her view
S01E04 What makes a great teacher?
Ever wondered what makes an outstanding teacher? Can every teacher be great? Which teacher qualities are most valued by pupils, teachers, parents, administrators etc? In this episode we delve into what makes a great teacher, touching on some studies in this area and hearing from diverse voices including parents, teachers and pupils.
S01E03 Cultivating the habit of reading at school
In this episode, the host discusses major barriers in cultivating the habit of reading at school and shares several ideas for nurturing reading habits among pupils.
S01E02 Cultivating the habit of reading at home.
In this episode, we discuss why we need to cultivate the habit of reading at the early years. We also explain five ways to cultivate this habit and how adults can also adapt them to improve their reading.
