In a bold move to redefine African education, Learnpally, the “Coursera for Africa,” has announced a groundbreaking initiative aimed at enabling top traditional African universities to expand their reach across the continent through short certificate and degree programs. This initiative comes at a pivotal time when the demand for accessible, quality education is rapidly increasing in Africa.
With its vision to digitize African institutions and provide world-class educational opportunities to learners across borders, Learnpally is on a mission to connect African universities with a pan-African and global audience. The platform specializes in hosting professional courses, Degree programs, specialized programs, and short certificate courses from African institutions, positioning itself as a key player in Africa’s education technology space.
A Bold Step Forward for African Universities
The initiative is designed to help universities overcome traditional barriers to education delivery, including infrastructure limitations, cost, and geographical restrictions. Learnpally’s platform allows institutions to digitize their programs, enabling learners from any part of Africa—and the world—to access high-quality courses at the click of a button.
“Many African universities have excellent programs but lack the platform to showcase them to a Pan-African and global audience,” said Oluwapelumi Tytler, Chief Operating Officer of Learnpally. “With Learnpally, universities can now offer short certificate courses and specialized programs that not only reach more students but also generate significant revenue for their institutions.”
Empowering Educators and Students Alike
This initiative also empowers educators. African professors and university lecturers will have the opportunity to extend their influence beyond their classrooms by recording courses that address critical knowledge gaps across the continent. For students, Learnpally provides the audacity to dream big and start bold educational journeys in a way that is accessible, affordable, and impactful.
Courses such as “Understanding Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace” and “Professional Certification in Cybersecurity from the Federal University of Technology Akure” are just a glimpse of the innovative content African institutions will bring to learners through Learnpally.
Revenue Opportunities for Universities
The platform’s model is a win-win for African universities. By hosting their programs on Learnpally, institutions gain:
- Revenue Generation: Universities receive a share of revenue from every course enrolled, unlocking new funding opportunities.
- Global Visibility: Programs gain exposure to a Pan-African audience and beyond, enhancing the university’s reputation.
- Digital Transformation: Learnpally handles the technology, course production, and marketing, allowing universities to focus on delivering quality content.
Be Bold: The Learnpally Spirit
The rebranding of Learnpally is deeply rooted in its tagline, “Be Bold.” Aribigbola Lanre, Chief Product Officer explained. For African universities, this partnership represents a bold leap into the future of education. It’s about empowering them to think beyond traditional degree programs and embrace innovative, digital-first solutions.
The Learnpally Advantage
Learnpally ensures that all courses are professionally made with the perfect blend of quality and appeal to the young African Population, edited, and marketed to reach learners effectively. With a seamless app and website experience, students can earn certificates that boost their careers, while universities gain new streams of impact and income.
Lots of young and ambitious learners in Africa are faced with skills and accreditation from foreign institutions as their only option which sometimes could cost a lot based on earning power on the continent, while lots of African educators are equipped to deliver quality in these skills and profession, they lack the platform that enables them sell to an African audience, that’s where Learnpally comes in.
About Learnpally
Learnpally is a leading education technology company dedicated to transforming education in Africa. Often referred to as the “Coursera for Africa,” Learnpally connects learners with top African universities and institutions, offering a wide range of professional and certificate programs. The platform’s mission is to make quality education accessible to all, digitizing traditional African institutions and empowering learners and educators alike.
