GOVERNMENT OF THE KINGDOM OF ESWATINI
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY
PRESS STATEMENT
MINISTER FOR ICT ANNOUNCES DIGITAL TRAINING FOR 50 EDUCATORS THROUGH THE DIGITAL EDUCATOR GLOBAL ACADEMY
The Ministry of Information, Communications, and Technology (ICT), in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Training, announces a transformative opportunity for 50 educators from across Eswatini who will receive specialised training in digital education, marking a significant achievement towards Government’s commitment to equitable, tech-driven education. This digital training initiative is sponsored by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Government under the Digital Educator Global Academy (DEGA) Program.
These educators have been selected through a rigorous and inclusive process, representing a diverse array of backgrounds, including rural school teachers, young talents, high-performing educators, and differently-abled teachers. This selection reflects the dedication of the Eswatini Government to an inclusive, innovative, and progressive educational landscape.
Highlighting the significance of the programme, Minister of ICT Hon. Savannah Maziya emphasized that, “This digital education initiative is aligned with our national 'Government in Your Hand' programme, committing ourselves to building a robust digital foundation for all, ensuring that, in every classroom across our kingdom, technology is used as a tool to promote equality and bridge educational gaps.”
The DEGA Program, accredited by Arizona State University, offers Eswatini’s educators access to cutting-edge educational technologies, artificial intelligence tools, and advanced e-learning methodologies. This training aligns closely with the Ministry of ICT’s digitalisation agenda 'Government in Your Hand' (GIYH) initiative, designed to bridge the digital divide and enhance educational access across all communities.
Minister of Education Hon. Owen Nxumalo further commended the programme, stating, “His Majesty is passionate about digital education, and has implored the Ministry of Education to ensure that schools have access to computer labs and internet connectivity. I urge the educators who are recipients of this digital training programme to show utmost dedication in the programme training, so that it can be expanded to benefit other educators in the country.”
The digital education training commences on 01 December, 2024, and concludes on 31 January, 2025. The UAE-hosted training will empower educators from 20 High Schools and 30 Primary schools to become digital champions within their communities. This programme stands to foster digital inclusivity and innovation in education in Eswatini.
The Ministry of ICT extends its heartfelt gratitude to the UAE for this generous support and partnership. We further pledge to collaborate with all Ministries towards building an inclusive and digitally enriched future for the Kingdoms of Eswatini.
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