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PDF 2021
Africa Regional Social Protection Strategy, 2021-2025

This strategy framework outlines regional goals to accelerate social protection coverage across Africa, highlighting its role in poverty reduction, child well-being, schooling, and human development.

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PDF 2021
African School Curriculum Survey: Description of the Approach and Scope of Work

This document outlines a joint initiative by the African Curriculum Association and partners to map school curriculum frameworks, policies, and practices across African Union member states to improve education quality and alignment with qualifications frameworks.

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Administrator · 0.29 MB 2
PDF 2020
Africa Education Innovations Handbook 2020

Published by the African Union Commission, this handbook showcases diverse educational technology innovations and digital learning ecosystems across African regions, including early education tools and foundational learning platforms.

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PDF 2020
Continental Framework of Standards and Competences for the Teaching Profession

An African Union framework establishing regional standards and competencies for teachers and school leaders across pre-primary, primary, and secondary education levels to revitalize the teaching profession and improve learning outcomes.

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Administrator · 0.56 MB 2
PDF 2020
African Union Initiative on Strengthening Regional and National Capacity and Action against Online Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (OCSEA) in Africa: Strategy and Plan of Action 2020–2025

This African Union strategic plan and action framework addresses child protection, safety, and welfare by combating online child sexual exploitation and abuse across member states, directly aligning with regional mandates on child rights and early development.

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Administrator · 1.14 MB 2
PDF 2019
African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF) Policy and Development Overview

This document outlines the African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF) initiative, an African Union policy designed to enhance comparability, quality, and transparency across all levels of education and training to support lifelong learning and labor mobility.

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Administrator · 0.72 MB 2
PDF 2018
CESA Early Childhood Education and Development Cluster Paper on Early Childhood Education in Africa

This paper provides AU Member States with evidence on the current status of Early Childhood Education in Africa, highlighting access, quality, and equity challenges. It outlines recommendations for achieving CESA 2016-2025 goals and Sustainable Development Goals related to young children.

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Administrator · 0.65 MB 1
PDF 2016
Ending Child, Early and Forced Marriage in Africa: A Human Rights-Based Approach

This article examines the prevalence, causes, and consequences of child, early, and forced marriage (CEFM) in Africa, highlighting its negative impact on the education, health, and human rights of the girl-child. It argues for the application of a human rights-based approach (HRBA) utilizing participation, accountability, non-discrimination, and empowerment to drive regional policy solutions.

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Administrator · 0.3 MB 2
PDF 2016
Continental Education Strategy for Africa (CESA 16-25)

This document outlines the African Union's strategic framework for transforming education and training in Africa from 2016 to 2025. It addresses foundational learning, early childhood education, teacher development, and systemic educational reforms across the continent.

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Administrator · 0.63 MB 2
PDF 2009
Mainstreaming Psychosocial Care and Support within the Education Sector

This manual provides practical guidelines for school communities in East and Southern Africa to mainstream psychosocial support into education. It addresses how to support vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS, poverty, and conflict to improve their wellbeing and learning outcomes.

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Administrator · 2.21 MB 1
PDF 1990
African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child

This foundational African Union legal instrument sets forth the civil, political, economic, social, and cultural rights of children across the continent. It establishes state obligations regarding child survival, development, education, health, and protection, providing a crucial framework for early childhood development and child welfare policies.

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SADC Policy Framework on Care and Support for Teaching and Learning: CSTL Child and Youth Agency Framework

This SADC policy framework provides guidelines for developing children and youth agency in and through education, aligning with African Union Agenda 2063. It focuses on transforming education systems through inclusive curriculum, teacher support, and governance to empower learners as active citizens.

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Administrator · 0.84 MB 2