Ministry of Education Concludes Landmark AU-UNESCO Africa Continental Conference on STEM, Empowering Innovation and Shaping Africa’s Future

Ministry of Education Concludes Landmark AU-UNESCO Africa Continental Conference on STEM, Empowering Innovation and Shaping Africa’s Future

Monrovia, Liberia – December 2, 2024 –

The Ministry of Education of Liberia has successfully concluded the highly anticipated AU-UNESCO Africa Continental Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), a transformative event that united influential leaders and experts from across the African continent. Spanning one week, the conference provided a vital platform for collaboration, aiming to address Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities in STEM education.

Key discussions focused on enhancing educational frameworks, promoting gender equality, fostering innovation, and inspiring entrepreneurial ventures in STEM. Furthermore, the conference explored sustainable financing solutions and established long-term partnerships to advance STEM initiatives across Africa.

A defining moment of the conference was the keynote address delivered by Honorable Nathaniel K. Cisco, Jr., Assistant Minister for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) at the Ministry of Education.

Minister Cisco highlighted the urgent need to unlock Africa’s vast youth potential in STEM, emphasizing education’s transformative power to address the continent’s developmental challenges. Throughout the event, the Minister engaged in high-level dialogues with regional experts, educational leaders, and stakeholders, focusing on practical and scalable STEM solutions tailored to Africa’s unique needs. These collaborative efforts underscored the importance of cross-border partnerships in cultivating a skilled workforce capable of driving sustainable growth and global competitiveness. The successful conclusion of the conference marks a significant milestone in empowering Africa’s youth and ensuring the continent’s thriving role in the global digital economy.

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