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Building Data-Driven Education Systems in Africa (EN/FR)

Thursday, June 4, 2026 14:30 – 15:45

Room: Omanye II

EN/FR interpretation available

Across the continent, education systems are rethinking how data is collected, connected and used to support learning. This session brings together perspectives on how more coherent and user-centred approaches to data can be developed, with attention to interoperability, governance and capacity. Contributions examine how data can inform teaching and learning while strengthening system performance.

Speakers

Anthony Hutia Chair

Spix Foundation, Kenya
Ussif William Ayinga

Ministry of Education, Ghana

“Building Data-Driven Education Systems in Africa (EN/FR)”
Angela Arnott

Global E Schools and Community Initiative (GESCI), South Africa

“From Headcounts to Learning Outcomes: Evolving EMIS into Digital Public Infrastructure for Foundational Learning”
Marjo Somari

Finnish National Agency for Education, Finland

“The digital Competency Path service: Enabling Skills Pathways Through Cross Sector Data Cooperation”

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