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  • Guinea invests in digital education: 1,000 laptops delivered to university students

    Guinea invests in digital education: 1,000 laptops delivered to university students

    On Monday, February 3, Guinean Prime Minister Amadou Oury Bah formally delivered 1,000 laptops to students at public universities throughout the nation.

    Supported by MouNa Group Technologies in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, this project seeks to advance the technical advancement of Guinea’s educational system while enhancing students’ access to digital resources.

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    “The transformation that has begun today must be accompanied by a change in mentality. Our students must use these tools to acquire knowledge, not just for entertainment. The future of our country depends on its ability to train talents adapted to global technological developments. This is why we are going to accelerate the development of the Higher Institute of Technology of Mamou, with the ambition of locally producing computers and ensuring our digital autonomy,” declared the Prime Minister.

    2,200 primary schools to benefit from digital tools

    According to Amadou Oury Bah, 2,200 primary schools in the nation will soon incorporate digital tools into their teaching methods.

    From primary school onwards, students will use tablets to access lessons that will enable them to keep up with international educational standards.

    This initiative is part of the Simandou Academy program, which is a component of the Simandou 2040 project launched by the President of the Republic, Mamadi Doumbouya.

    The program’s goal is to make Guinea a centre of excellence in research and innovation, responding to the challenges of sustainable development and technological sovereignty.

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    Guinea’s investment in digital education

    Guinea’s investment in digital education is a strategic asset for the country’s sustainable development and global competitiveness, as it prepares its youth to be competitive participants in the digital economy and lays the groundwork for a more modern and inclusive educational system.

    Faced with issues of access to educational resources and the modernization of education, certain countries are investing in digital technology.

    The integration of technologies seeks to improve learning, strengthen skills and stimulate creativity, which is necessary for economic competitiveness.

  • Guinea expands digital access to education with internet for 2,200 public schools

    Guinea expands digital access to education with internet for 2,200 public schools

    Guinean authorities plan to provide Internet access to 2,200 public schools, especially those in rural areas. The announcement came after a meeting on January 6, involving representatives from UNICEF Guinea, the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Planning and International Cooperation, and the Ministry of the Digital Economy, with the Ministry of National Education and Literacy confirming the decision on January 8.

    The program is a component of the International Telecommunication Union’s (ITU) and UNICEF’s 2019 Giga project.

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    Goals of the initiative 

    The main goal is to offer digital access to children, particularly those in underserved regions, and to align with Guinea’s broader efforts to improve connectivity in educational institutions.

    Guinea Telecom, a state-owned company, declared in July 2023 that it would offer free Internet to Guinean students, further advancing the country’s educational digital agenda.

    Bridging the educational gap between urban and rural areas 

    By connecting 2,200 public schools in rural areas, this project will not only promote digital inclusion but also help reduce the educational gap between urban and rural locations.

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    Additionally, by improving access to the Internet and promoting entrepreneurship, the initiative will have a positive impact on local communities.

    According to DataReportal, Guinea had 4.87 million Internet users in early 2024, representing a 33.9 percent penetration rate.

    This initiative supports the need for new teaching methods and resources to transform education across Africa, with the Internet offering significant opportunities to overcome learning gaps identified by UNESCO.