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UNESCO, Republic of Korea and Tanzania launch third phase of Korea-Funds-in-Trust project to enhance ICT skills in teaching and learning
The project aims to harness ICT for education to foster human and social development in African countries. Presiding over the launch, the Deputy Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Professor Daniel Mushi, said the project will support digital content development, assessment and capacity building from 2024 to 2027.
The government has made significant progress in integrating ICT into education through ongoing reforms. The curricula for basic and teacher education incorporate ICT in all subjects, aligning with the 2014 Education and Training Policy Version 2023. With UNESCO’s leadership and strong collaboration, teachers and learners will be equipped to thrive in this digital era
The project worth USD 4 Million for Tanzania, Namibia and Uganda will support both school-based and home-based learning. Prof Mushi encouraged teachers, administrators and students to embrace technology, a tool for education transformation.
Technology is a gateway to endless possibilities. Use it not only to enhance classroom learning but also to positively impact your communities and the nation
UNESCO Head of Office and Country Representative, Mr Michel Toto, reaffirmed the project’s alignment with Tanzania’s education reforms while calling for collective efforts to address ICT in education challenges.
Access to technology remains uneven, with urban areas benefiting more than rural and remote regions. Addressing these challenges requires a collective effort, and the KFIT III project presents a valuable opportunity to support Tanzania’s efforts in closing the digital gap
On the other hand, the UNESCO’s Chief of Section for ICT and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Education, Ms. Shafika Isaacs, emphasized the project’s role in ensuring inclusive, access and high-quality education. “Technology in education must be seen as a means to an end, with the ultimate goal of ensuring access to quality education for all students in Tanzania,” she said while commending the project’s alignment with Tanzania’s national priorities.
The Deputy Chief of Mission from the South Korean Embassy in Tanzania, Mr. Lee Seungyun highlighted that the project will enhance ICT-based education through the development of a digital learning platform, strengthening educators’ digital competencies, and improving education policies related to ICT learning.
Through these ongoing ICT projects and the Korea-UNESCO partnership, we hope to see further advancements in ICT infrastructure and software, ultimately preparing Tanzania’s youth for the nation’s Development Vision 2050
On behalf of the government of Tanzania, The Assistant Director ICT at the President’s Office Mr. Melchoir Baltazar appreciated the financial support of the Republic of Korea for recognizing the pivotal role of ICT in addressing educational disparities, fostering innovation, and preparing learners for the demands of the 21st-century workforce in Africa. He assured the government’s commitment in the implementation of the project.
