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The Minister of Basic and Senior Secondary School, Conrad Sackey, has said Africa is poised to move from commitments to concrete action in improving foundational learning across the continent.
Speaking after chairing the 10th Africa Foundational Learning Ministerial Coalition Meeting, held virtually with ministers and partners from across Africa, Sackey described the engagement as both reflective and forward-looking.
“What stood out to me was simple but powerful: Africa is ready,” he stated. “Ready to move from promises to action. Ready to ensure that every child can read, write, and count.”
He affirmed the urgency of inclusive education by sharing a proverb that resonated with participants: “The child who is not embraced by the village will burn it down to feel its warmth.” He emphasised that no child should be left behind in the continent’s development agenda.
The meeting reviewed progress made so far, but according to Sackey, placed stronger emphasis on accelerating implementation. He stressed that the outcomes of the ADEA 2025 Triennale must translate into real change in classrooms rather than remain in policy documents.
Looking ahead, the Minister highlighted the upcoming Foundational Learning Exchange (FLEX) 2026 in Lilongwe, Malawi, describing it as a critical milestone. “That will be our moment of truth-not of speeches, but of results,” he noted.
Sackey called for unity and sustained collaboration among African nations, stressing that meaningful progress will depend on collective effort and a shared focus on impact. “Africa will go far, but only if we move together, support one another, and stay focused on impact,” he said.
He concluded by invoking the principle of Ubuntu, noting that true progress lies in uplifting one another and transforming lives beyond conference rooms.
