The T4 Education has said purposeful partnership will impact positively in the development of education in Africa

A statement by the Organisation said that Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Town, Prof. Mamokgethi Phakeng, urged Nigerian changemakers to step forward for the Africa Education Medal 2023.

Phakeng was the winner of last year’s maiden Africa Education Medal, which was founded by T4 Education and HP in collaboration with Microsoft.

The PUNCH reports that Africa Education Medal is Africa’s most prestigious education accolade, It is given to an outstanding individual who has demonstrated impact, leadership, and advocacy in the field of education.

Phakeng said, “It was the greatest honour to be recognised for my life’s passion. Winning the Africa Education Medal 2022 gave me a global platform to advocate for that work and I hope it has inspired others across our continent to further the cause of African education.

Managing Director Middle East and Africa at HP, Ertug Ayik, said,

“A good education empowers not just individuals, but entire communities. Being accessible to everyone, education can skill the next generation so that children can develop and grow in a world being transformed by technology.”

“HP has a bold goal to enable better learning outcomes for 150 million people globally by 2030. Only by joining forces between NGOs, government, educators and businesses can we truly improve the education environment.”

The Kenyan-born Founder and CEO of T4 Education, Vikas Pota, said,

“Education is the key to Africa’s future. It will help African countries grow and prosper. In the wake of the pandemic, African education stands at a crossroads, but if leaders from across the continent come together then they can build the lasting change needed to truly unlock the continent’s potential.”

The Africa Education Medal is open to individuals working to improve pre-kindergarten, K-12, vocational and university education.