ADS 2024, Sub-theme 1 – Video Interviews with Experts | Office of the Special Adviser on Africa

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The 2026 edition of the Africa Dialogue Series will be launched on 4 May! Stay tuned for more information on the programme of activities!

Week 1 | Day Two — 7 May

The second day of "Africa Month" focuses on the first sub-theme, with experts contributing ideas to complement the documentary videos published on the first day. The materials cover critical issues, including the importance of addressing past injustices in order to move forward.

UNESCO Assistant Director-General on STEM education for young Africans

Stefania Giannini, UNESCO Assistant Director-General for Education reflects on the impact of STEM education on Africa's future, including its potential to drive advancements in healthcare, infrastructure, energy, and agriculture. She also discusses the underrepresentation of women and girls in STEM education, emphasizing the importance of mobilizing support to boost the current figures. The Assistant Director-General highlights UNESCO's unwavering commitment to promoting quality STEM education in Africa, toward the realization of Agenda 2063's vision of inclusive and sustainable development.

Reflections on STEM education in Africa: How to encourage decent jobs for Africa's youth

Uma Rani, Senior Economist at the ILO's Research Department and lead author of the report, reflects on the current state of STEM education in Africa and the challenges and opportunities it holds for generating decent jobs for Africa's youth.

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