Nigeria launches mobile learning for female teachers

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with UNESCO and the African Union, launched a mobile learning initiative to provide continuous professional development for teachers, with a focus on female teachers and school leaders. The three-day Master Training Programme, themed 'Empowering Female Teachers and School Leaders through Integrating Mobile-based Learning in the Pan-African Virtual and Electronic University (PAVEU) Initiative,' began in Abuja on July 21, 2026. Funded by Japan, the initiative targets five African countries: Nigeria, Algeria, Cameroon, Kenya, and South Sudan. It leverages low-data, offline-friendly mobile technology to overcome barriers such as time constraints, geographical limitations, and inadequate infrastructure. The Federal Ministry of Education reaffirmed its commitment to improving teacher quality through digital innovation.