Trade Afrika Group Joins Future of Education in Africa Conference 2026 as Official Venue Partner

Kampala, Uganda | Abuja, Nigeria | June 2026

The African Center for Youth Development, Education and Advocacy Initiative (ACYDEAI), organizer of the 5th Annual Transnational Future of Education in Africa Conference (FEIA 2026), is delighted to announce a strategic partnership with Trade Afrika Group, which will serve as the Official Venue Partner for the conference.

The partnership, formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding between both organizations, will support the successful delivery of the conference scheduled to take place in Kampala, Uganda, from 12–13 November 2026.

Under this collaboration, Trade Afrika Group will provide the National ICT Innovation Hub Auditorium as an in-kind contribution towards hosting FEIA 2026. The venue will facilitate key conference activities, including keynote sessions, ministerial roundtables, technical workshops, paper presentations, exhibitions, networking engagements, and closing ceremonies.

Held under the theme:

“The Future African Workforce: Education at the Intersection of AfCFTA, Innovation, and Employment,”

the conference seeks to foster dialogue and collaboration among educators, policymakers, innovators, development partners, youth leaders, and private sector stakeholders committed to shaping Africa’s educational future.

Commenting on the partnership, Sharifah Baluka, Conference Chair, said:

“We are excited to welcome Trade Afrika Group as an official partner for FEIA 2026. Their support goes beyond venue provision; it reflects a shared vision of preparing Africa’s workforce through education, innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional integration under AfCFTA.”

The partnership underscores a joint commitment to:

• Promoting dialogue on education and workforce development;
• Facilitating knowledge sharing among diverse stakeholders;
• Strengthening partnerships for workforce readiness;
• Supporting innovation, entrepreneurship, and skills development aligned with AfCFTA opportunities.

Trade Afrika Group’s involvement also demonstrates the growing recognition of the critical role that strategic partnerships between educational institutions and the private sector play in advancing Africa’s development agenda.

As the continent continues to navigate emerging opportunities within regional integration frameworks, FEIA 2026 aims to provide a collaborative platform for developing practical solutions that bridge education, employment, and innovation.

The Future of Education in Africa Conference continues to attract institutions dedicated to transforming education systems and preparing Africa’s next generation of leaders and professionals.

About Trade Afrika Group

Trade Afrika Group is committed to advancing innovation, entrepreneurship, regional collaboration, and economic transformation across Africa. Through strategic partnerships and initiatives, the organization contributes to strengthening ecosystems that support sustainable development and inclusive growth.

Conference Details

• Conference: 5th Annual Transnational Future of Education in Africa Conference
• Theme: The Future African Workforce: Education at the Intersection of AfCFTA, Innovation, and Employment
• Date: 12–13 November 2026
• Venue: Kampala, Uganda
• Website: www.futureofeduinafrica.org.ng

Media Contact:

African Center for Youth Development, Education and Advocacy Initiative (ACYDEAI)

Email: info@futureofeduinafrica.org.ng

Website: www.futureofeduinafrica.org.ng