This Month in EdTech

Habari Reader,

I trust you’re doing well.

Here's a small update about my work: In December last year, we revived our podcast platform and have been working on content for EdTech Gumzo which we'll share with all of you soon. The first season is dedicated to founders who've stayed true to their mission—transforming how learning happens in Africa using technology.

I'd love for you to come share your story with us, and if you're not a Founder (yet) please nominate someone. You can do this by sharing their name and contact as a response to this newsletter. I'll do the rest

What are you working on that I should know about? Talk to me about your EdTech innovations, opportunities and successes or learning that you'd like to be featured in this newsletter.

What's Happening

The 8th Africa Tech Summit Nairobi is happening on February 11th and 12th, 2026. The summit connects tech leaders from the African and international ecosystem to explore opportunities and challenges within the ecosystem, while showcasing investment opportunities. Get your ticket here.
We are curating the Pwani Regional EdTech Summit to co-design solutions for persistent educational challenges in Kenya’s Coastal region. Join us for a vibrant 2-day summit filled with insights, shared learnings, expertise and a showcase of how tech is working in Kenyan classrooms. Register now!

What has been your experience attending conferences and summits? Jennifer Otieno reflects on her experiences and the value of EdTech East Africa’s Regional and National EdTech Summits. Read this blog and please share your thoughts.
The NRB EdTech Meetup is a space for educators, innovators, EdTech enthusiasts to network, collaborate, learn and share about their EdTech experiences. Save the dates and join us on the next one.

Opportunities

Innovate Now

Apply for Cohort 11 of Innovate Now to receive mentorship, learning and expert guidance over a 3-6 month period to create market fit, scalable and investable Assistive Technologies (AT).

UNDP Get Ready 4 timbuktoo EdTech

Submit your application for Get Ready 4 timbuktoo EdTech; an intensive 3-month, fully online incubation programme providing 50 EdTech startups with comprehensive support across product development, business growth, learning sciences, mentorship and investment readiness. Deadline: 18th February 2026

Partnerships for Tech in Education (P4T-Ed)

Are you an EdTech venture using digital solutions to improve learning and education outcomes? Apply here for the P4T-Ed programme to get in-kind advisory services valued at at least US$30,000 on data generation, and using data and evidence to refine your products and programs.

Milken-Penn GSE Education Business Plan Competition

The EBPC invites education entrepreneurs from across the globe to scale their most innovative ventures. Apply now for the chance to compete for prizes, gain expert mentorship, and access a global network of innovators. Apply here. Deadline: 11th February 2026.

Resources

“What impact does a classroom-integrated digital personalised learning (DPL) tool have on pre-primary numeracy and literacy outcomes in Kenya?” Read this research report.

‘Artificial Intelligence in Education Evidence Synthesis and Use in Low- and Middle-Income Countries’ examines AI tools usage and provides a practical guide to use for better outcomes.

Explore Effective Uses of Generative AI in Education in this OECD Digital Education Outlook analysis.

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I am thinking about women who've challenged traditional norms, women who've fought to attend school, women who are passionate about equality and equity in education, women creating a path for other girls and young women to get quality education and a shot at a quality life. If you are this woman, submit your story for publication here.