MTN South Sudan sponsors inaugural National Conference on ICT in Education

The inaugural National Conference on ICT in Education is expected kick off on November 10-11, 2024, under the theme "Unlocking the capacity of ICTs for inclusion, closing the digital and gender divide, and capacity building in Education."

The event was formally inaugurated by Vice President for Service Cluster, His Excellency Hussain Adelbagi, and attended by esteemed ministers, representatives from various mobile network operators, including MTN South Sudan CEO Monzer Ali.

MTN South Sudan is proud to be a sponsor of this conference, in collaboration with partners such as UNESCO, the Ministry of General Education and Instruction, and the Ministry of Information, Communication Technology, and Postal Services. The conference aims to bridge the gap between educational institutions and technology, providing cutting-edge digital tools that align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal of enhancing the quality of education (UN SDG 4).

The event focuses on unlocking the potential of ICTs to promote inclusion, close the digital and gender divide, and build capacity in education. With MTN South Sudan's commitment to bridging the gap between education and technology, the conference is expected to achieve a more inclusive and equitable education system in South Sudan.

By:  Kanto Okanta