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10/06/2026

04/06/2026

19th International Conference on Digital Education Opens in Accra

Accra, Ghana – June 4, 2026

The 19th International Conference and Exhibition on Digital Education, Training and Skills Development is currently underway at the renowned Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra. The three-day conference, running from June 3 to June 5, has brought together policymakers, education experts, technology innovators, development partners, and industry leaders from across Africa and beyond to discuss the future of digital learning and skills development.

The event is being organized by eLearning Africa in partnership with the Government of Ghana and the Ministry of Education. The conference serves as a major platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and the exhibition of innovative technologies aimed at transforming education and workforce development across the continent.

This year's conference is being held under the theme “Africa’s Time, Africa’s Terms: Learning for Sovereignty, Strength and Solidarity,” focusing on how African countries can harness digital technologies to improve access to quality education, strengthen skills development, and build resilient learning systems that respond to local needs and realities.

Participants are engaging in high-level discussions, workshops, exhibitions, and networking sessions designed to promote collaboration and innovation in digital education. The conference is expected to generate practical recommendations that will support governments, educational institutions, and development partners in advancing digital learning across Africa.

Ghana's hosting of the conference underscores the country's growing role as a leader in educational innovation and digital transformation on the African continent.

Fondation Botnar Ecorys UK Healthy Cities for Adolescents Yen.com.gh Unifor Canada STAR-Ghana Foundation UNICEF Ghana Jubilee House

03/06/2026

🎉 HISTORY MADE AT SAHESS! SCHOOL LAUNCHES 1ST EVER STUDENTS PARLIAMENT

Sacred Heart Senior High School (SAHESS) has become the first Senior High School in the Bono Region to establish a Students Parliament, creating a platform for student leadership, participation and democratic governance.

The initiative was conceived by Edmond Osei Kwadwo, Senior Prefect of SAHESS and a member of the Sunyani Adolescents Parliament under the RCA Project.

Speaking at the inauguration, Mr. Raphael Godlove Ahenu, CEO of Global Media Foundation, commended the school for amplifying student voices and urged the newly elected MPs to champion discipline, academic excellence and responsible leadership.

The event also featured presentations on sanitation and digital entrepreneurship, as well as a panel discussion on the role of students in the use of social media.

A major highlight was the swearing-in of the Speaker and inauguration of the student MPs.

👏 A landmark step towards nurturing future leaders and strengthening student participation in school governance.

Healthy Cities for Adolescents Ecorys UK Fondation Botnar Citizens Watch Ghana

02/06/2026

01/06/2026

Market Exhibition- Showcasing Evidence of Work
Stakeholders exploring RCA knowledge products and learning resources during the Close-out Learning Summit 2026, reflecting on leassons, innovations, and pathways for sustaining adolescent-responsive city development.

Healthy Cities for Adolescents Fondation Botnar Ecorys UK Global Media Foundation Citizens Watch Ghana Indigenous Women Empowerment Network

29/05/2026

GLOMEF’s Edward Ayabilah Participates in World Urban Forum - 13 in Azerbaijan

Edward Ayabilah, Programmes Manager of GLOMEF Ghana and member of the Resilient City for Adolescents (RCA) Project team, participated in the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Azerbaijan.

At the global forum, he joined the Children and Youth Assembly and contributed to discussions on youth participation, urban resilience, and healthy cities. He also shared lessons from the RCA Project, particularly how the Adolescent Parliament in Sunyani is strengthening youth engagement and governance.

The forum highlighted the growing importance of intermediary cities in shaping sustainable urban development and reinforced the need to invest in inclusive, safe and resilient cities for young people.

The trip also provided valuable networking opportunities with global partners, including the World Health Organization (WHO) officials and urban development practitioners, further strengthening collaboration around the Urban Health Capacity Assessment process in Sunyani.

Edward Ayabilah expressed appreciation to the Ecorys and HCA-II teams for the opportunity, describing the experience as inspiring and impactful towards advancing adolescent-responsive urban systems in Ghana.

29/05/2026

The Close-Out and Learning Summit of the Resilient City for Adolescents (RCA) Project was successfully held on 26th May 2026 at Sheila’s Executive Hotel, Sunyani, bringing together enthusiastic adolescents, key stakeholders, government institutions, departments, agencies, development partners, and civil society actors to reflect on the project’s impact and lessons learned.

The summit served as a vibrant platform to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and transformational journeys of adolescents who were empowered through various training modules under the project. Participants were inspired by insightful speeches and presentations delivered by the CEO of GLOMEF Ghana, Programmes Manager of GLOMEF Ghana, Country Director of Ecorys UK, Endline Assessment Consultant, Chief Director of the Bono Regional Coordinating Council, Development Planning Officers of Sunyani and Sunyani West Municipal Assemblies, Speaker of the Sunyani Adolescents Parliament, and the Executive Director of Citizens Watch Ghana.

The event featured engaging video screenings, including the Participatory Video and Most Significant Change (PVMSC) stories and RCA impact videos, highlighting the transformative experiences and outcomes of the project. A colorful exhibition also showcased products and skills acquired by adolescents trained in fashion design, soap making, hairdressing, beading, bakery and other vocational areas, demonstrating the remarkable potential of young people when given opportunities to thrive.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our valued partners and supporters whose commitment made this journey possible: Fondation Botnar, Ecorys UK, Global Media Foundation, Citizens Watch Ghana, and Indigenous Women Empowerment Network.

Together, we continue to build resilient cities where adolescents are heard, empowered, and equipped to shape their future.

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28/05/2026

On Tuesday, the energy at Sheila's Executive Hotel in Sunyani was unmatched! 🔥 We held the RCA Close Out and Learning Summit 2026 to a buzzing, packed room. The atmosphere was warm and the excitement was real.

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Healthy Cities for Adolescents Ecorys UK Fondation Botnar

27/05/2026

Eid Mubarak to Our Cherished Muslim Brothers and Sisters! 🌙✨

26/05/2026

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