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When refugee and displaced youth are included in education systems and supported to thrive, they become powerful agents of change. In Episode 7 of Education: Transforming Lives, Transforming Africa, refugees and displaced youth share how education helped them rebuild their lives, pursue their ambitions, and create opportunities for others. ow.ly/kgj950ZbbIA #TalentBeyondBorders

Refugees and displaced youth are more than their circumstances. They are leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs whose talent and ambition transcend borders. Grace (Hesed Konan)'s journey is a powerful example of leadership in action. #TalentBeyondBorders @WorldUniService

From one classroom to thousands reached. @YidaAfrica is expanding education, jobs, and financial access in refugee communities. Watch to see how this refugee-led organization is delivering solutions that are transforming local economies: ow.ly/ggPv50Z9Yjg

When Victoria opened a healthcare clinic in Juba, she was responding to a need she understood firsthand. Today, her work is helping expand access to essential services while demonstrating the potential of entrepreneurs in displacement-affected areas to build resilient and inclusive markets. Learn how Victoria is strengthening healthcare in Juba and what her journey reveals about investment opportunities in the region: ow.ly/NILt50Z9upI @Inkomoko @InkomokoSSD

“Education is a human right. Equity must be intentional.” — Dr. Kassahun Tegegne Gesese, Vice President, @UoGondar Episode 6 of Education: Transforming Lives, Transforming Africa explores how education systems can ensure that learners with disabilities belong, thrive, and succeed. Watch the full episode here: ow.ly/Za3k50Z8Uy6

ICYMI: In the June edition of #EdTechMondays Africa, we explore how alternative learning pathways can transition from fragmented pilots to recognized national systems. Watch it here: ow.ly/ZEw250Z6PUy

Investing in teachers can improve secondary education outcomes and improve life and livelihood opportunities for young people. Learn how the Leaders and Teaching initiative supports frontline educators ow.ly/X1my50Z6jWf

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to reshape the learning experience. Swipe through to learn more about how education can be enhanced by AI.

“Africa should not just consume technology. We must produce it.” @FredSwaniker, Founder and Chairman, African Leadership Group. Watch Episode 5 of Education: Transforming Lives, Transforming Africa to explore how the continent is preparing young people for the future of work. ow.ly/XFoA50Z5eCO

Africa is home to the world’s fastest-growing generation of young talent. Today, we celebrate Africa’s youth and their vital role in shaping the continent’s future. We are committed to empowering young Africans through education, skills development, financial inclusion, and the support they need to unlock opportunity and accelerate Africa’s growth. #AfricaDay

Africa’s future depends on its scientific and technological capacity. Find out how STEM education is strengthening problem-solving, driving innovation, and supporting long-term development grounded in African priorities. Watch it here: ow.ly/cXwE50Z1KAa

Africa’s future is being shaped by young people with the talent and drive to lead change. Episode 1 of the Education: Transforming Lives, Transforming Africa docuseries explores how education can unlock that potential by connecting skills to opportunity and strengthening pathways to dignified work. Watch the full episode here: ow.ly/mfI950Z0iIH

The @WorldBankGroup's agenda to drive job creation in emerging markets and the @MastercardFdn’s leadership in education align strongly. Excellent first meeting with Sewit Ahderom, CEO of the Foundation. Looking forward to building a strong partnership focused on delivering tangible impact — especially through skills development, support for SMEs, and advancing women’s economic empowerment. #ACF2026

We see workforce development as more than a pathway to jobs. It is a lever for change that supports dignified work, expands opportunities for young people, and builds leadership that strengthens skills and shapes mindsets. Learn how we are enabling young people to build the capabilities they need for dignified and fulfilling work. ow.ly/yPl750YZFJu

Episode 3 of the Education: Transforming Lives, Transforming Africa docuseries highlights how investing in teachers improves learning outcomes and helps shape Africa’s next generation of learners. Watch it here: ow.ly/LeoX50YZ7GI

We are deeply saddened by the passing of His Excellency Festus Mogae, former President of the Republic of Botswana and a former member of the Mastercard Foundation Board of Directors. As President from 1998 to 2008, he led one of Africa’s most courageous and consequential responses to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and oversaw a decade defined by sound economic stewardship and democratic stability. The values he brought to public life, integrity, discipline, and an unwavering commitment to the dignity of his people, were values he also brought to his eleven years on our Board. Our deepest condolences to his family and to the people of Botswana.

.@ClickFoundat1on, a 2023 Fellow at @injiniedtech through the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship Program, is using digital tools to build literacy and numeracy skills for young learners in underserved communities across South Africa. Swipe to learn more ⬇️