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International Conference on Nomadic and Alternative Education Approaches in Africa.
African Universities Convene International Conference on Nomadic and Alternative Education
News of the Conference
Education minister seeks flexible learning models to reach nomadic children
By Kola Oyelere
The Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Ahmad, has called for stronger policies, innovative learning approaches and university partnerships to ensure that children in nomadic and underserved communities have access to quality education.
Four African varsities join forces to boost nomadic education
By Hussaini Ibrahim
Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano, has partnered with three African universities to establish a consortium aimed at improving access to education for nomadic pastoralists and other marginalised communities across the continent. The initiative seeks to increase school enrolment....
Media Brief: African universities convene international conference on nomadic and alternative education
Across Africa, millions of children, young people and adults continue to face barriers to quality education because conventional schooling systems do not always reflect the realities of mobile, nomadic displaced, remote and socially marginalised....
Pre-conference Press Release:
MAAUN, 3 African Universities to Convene International Conference on Nomadic Education
By Mustapha Salisu
Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) and three other African universities, in collaboration with Plan International Nigeria....
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Conference Objectives
The conference aimed to:
· Strengthen understanding of the educational barriers affecting nomadic, pastoralist, migrant, refugee, displaced and other marginalised learners.
· Promote exchange of evidence and practical experience on inclusive and flexible education models.
· Explore sustainable financing, policy and institutional approaches for alternative education.
· Strengthen collaboration among universities, governments, communities, civil society and development partners.
· Generate practical recommendations for improving access, equity, quality, relevance and sustainability in nomadic and alternative education.
Date/Time: 3 - 5 November 2026, @ 8:30 am daily
Venue: Hybrid
Locations: Kano - Nigeria; Mogadishu - Somalia; Nairobi - Kenya; and Windhoek - Namibia
Convener/Partners: Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria,
Capital University of Somalia,
Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Kenya,
University of Namibia,
Plan International, Nigeria
Funded by European Union Humanitarian Aid
For inquiries, contact the Conference Secretary:
For inquiries, contact the Conference Secretary:
Dr. Audu Liman
No. 2 Ibrahim Ali Street, Off Alfa Wali Street
Asokoro New Extension, Guzape, Abuja, Nigeria
✉ audu.liman@aisdafrica.org
☎ +234 806 932 2581
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