The future of education in West Africa is being forged right now! Today marks the powerful conclusion of the 2nd UEMOA EdTech Conference 2025, Cotonou, Benin.
Hosted by EtriLabs in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, this event is the unmissable nexus where policymakers, entrepreneurs, and innovators meet to chart a course for technology adoption across the region.
From Pilots to Policymakers
The central theme guiding the two-day summit (December 4th & 5th) is critical: "From pilots to policymakers: institutionalizing an inclusive and AI-ready EdTech in the WAEMU."
This goes directly to the heart of the challenges facing the region—ensuring that groundbreaking EdTech solutions are not just successful locally, but are adopted at a governmental and regional level to serve both Anglophone and Francophone learning ecosystems.
The Founder Pitch Arena
A major highlight of the conference—and the energy driver for this final day—has been the series of startup pitch sessions.
Founders, many of them Fellows from the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship, are presenting scalable and sustainable EdTech products designed to tackle core regional issues: access, quality, and equity in learning.
As an information portal focused on opportunities, Rgistplusedu sees these pitches as a direct indicator of the next wave of educational transformation. These are the solutions that will define the quality of the education and EdTech opportunities for students and institutions across West Africa.
| Agenda Highlights | What We Are Tracking |
| Plenary Sessions | Discussions on policy frameworks and cross-border accreditation. |
| Practical Workshops | Deep dives into AI implementation and digital learning tools. |
| Exhibition Space | Showcasing the latest educational technology products. |
| Networking | Connecting founders with regional investors and policymakers. |
Join the Movement
The UEMOA EdTech Conference is not just an event; it is a movement to shape the education of tomorrow. If you are an EdTech entrepreneur, a potential investor, or an international student interested in the future of African digital education, the insights shared here are invaluable.
We encourage you to visit the official program website and follow EtriLabs for post-event takeaways:
🌐 Program Website:
edtech.etrilabs.com ✉️ Contact: edtech@etrilabs.com