In a bold move to shape the future of work in Africa, Edusko, an indigenous educational technology startup, has announced this year’s edition of its flagship summit, ACTIVATED.
In a statement on Tuesday, September 3, the Chief Executive Officer of Edusko, Jide Ayegbusi, said the event, scheduled for November 1-2 at the Muson Centre in Onikan, Lagos, aims to bring together key stakeholders in the education sector to explore innovative ways to transform learning and education on the continent.
ACTIVATED, formerly known as the Business of Education Summit, has evolved into Africa’s premier education summit, drawing education leaders, school administrators, educators, parents, policymakers, and industry influencers from across the continent.
Over the past seven years, the summit has indirectly impacted more than 5 million students and hosted over 20,000 attendees.
Ayegbusi said this year’s theme underscores Edusko’s commitment to revolutionizing African education by preparing the next generation of leaders with skills and knowledge beyond traditional classrooms.
“Our theme this year, ‘Beyond Classroom,’ encapsulates our commitment to ushering in a new era of teaching and learning that empowers the next generation of African leaders beyond the classroom,” Ayegbusi stated.
He highlighted the summit’s agenda, noting that participants can expect insightful discussions led by global speakers and experts, as well as networking opportunities with key stakeholders.
The event will also showcase futuristic educational technologies and services designed to meet the demands of the future workforce.
Ayegbusi mentioned that the summit will feature a special panel session with top African celebrities and influencers, who will discuss how they can contribute to reshaping the education system and preparing the next generation for future workforce demands.
He added that a plenary session for teenagers will provide a platform for young people to share their expectations from parents, schools, and other societal influencers as they prepare for their roles in the workforce.
Prominent speakers confirmed for ACTIVATED 2024 include the Vice-Chancellor of Covenant University, Professor Abiodun Adebayo; Chairperson of Sanctum Startup College, Professor Abiola Awosika; Managing Director of CcHUB, Ojoma Ochai; CEO of EDUTAMS, Dr. Ademola Adenubi; Director of Schools at Chrisland Schools, Ayoola Akinyeye; and CEO of ShopEx TV, Olajumoke Abiodun. The summit will also feature notable figures such as Genoveva Umeh, an award-winning Nigerian-British actor; Idia Aisien, an actor and media entrepreneur; and Pere Egbi, an actor, model, and reality TV star, among others.
Edusko has made a significant impact in the education sector by matching African students with top-rated K-12 private schools and offering affordable education financing.
The startup has listed over 8,000 top-rated K-12 schools, providing education for more than 2.5 million students in Nigeria.