The 2nd East African Community (EAC) Regional Conference on Education opened today at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, convened by the East African Community Secretariat and hosted by the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Education

The 2nd EAC Regional Conference on Education opened today at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, convened by the East African Community Secretariat and hosted by the Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Education. The Conference runs from 25th to 28th August 2026 under the theme “Transforming Education in East Africa,” with the sub-theme “From Commitments to Impact: Fostering Resilience and Future-Ready Systems for Sustainable Development.”

Day one was devoted to pre-conference workshops, bringing together education stakeholders from across the region. Discussions focused on strengthening foundational learning, harnessing AI and digital technologies, enhancing teacher professional development, and designing TVET systems that respond to Africa’s changing economies and youth aspirations.

The sessions offered an important platform for EAC Partner States to share evidence, experiences and practical solutions to advance quality, inclusive and equitable education across the region. The Conference will close on Friday with a Ministerial High-Level Session reviewing progress since the 2024 Conference.

Full conference programme https://reliafrica.org/2nd-EAC-Education-Conference/