Botswana and Cameroon are working to advance education and entrepreneurship in Africa. The centerpiece is the Master Project for the Certification of 10,000 teachers across Botswana, Cameroon and the wider Central African region. The project seeks to empower educators with internationally recognized skills to better prepare students for the 21st-century knowledge economy.
Under the MoU, the two organizations will jointly:
# Mobilize resources and fundraise through development partners, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
# Design and implement teacher certification programs aligned with international standards.
# Strengthen entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems by linking education with practical skills development.
# Foster cross-country collaboration to extend the program’s impact beyond national borders.
The signing ceremony was attended by leaders of the Botswana ecosystem development group and GEN Cameroon, including:
Gilles Lewat, Managing Director – GEN Cameroon
Farhana Akter, Managing Director – Botswana ecosystem development group
Nahid Akter Khan, Project Secretariat
Speaking at the event, the parties emphasized the importance of education as the foundation for entrepreneurship and innovation and reaffirmed their commitment to collaborate in shaping the future of African education.
This partnership marks a significant milestone in the efforts to equip teachers with modern teaching methods, enhance learning outcomes, and support the development of vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystems across Africa.