Education & Skills
Expanding access to quality education and practical skills — through open learning resources, better teaching, scholarships and digital learning — so that more people can learn, qualify and progress.
Our Programmes
Seven programme families through which the Foundation advances knowledge, capacity and opportunity.
Research & Knowledge
Strengthening research capacity, scholarly publishing and open access so that African research is produced to high standards, preserved, discoverable and used.
Digital Transformation
Helping educational and public-benefit institutions adopt the digital systems, skills and strategies they need — from learning management systems and repositories to responsible use of AI.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Supporting students, researchers and communities to turn ideas into practical solutions, ventures and innovations that address real challenges.
Institutional Capacity Development
Strengthening the systems, people and governance of universities, colleges, libraries, PBOs and NGOs so that they can deliver more, manage resources well and sustain their impact.
Youth, Careers & Employment
Improving young people’s pathways from learning to work — through employability skills, internships, mentorship and stronger links between institutions and employers.
Community & Sustainable Development
Working with community organisations and partners to apply knowledge, skills and innovation to local development priorities in a sustainable, inclusive way.
Work with us
Universities, colleges, professional bodies, PBOs, employers, researchers and development partners: let’s build capacity and create opportunity together.