Communities of practice

Belong locally.
Learn across Africa.

Find educators who share your place, your practice or your professional questions — and turn connection into better learning.

AFRICA’S EDUCATORS
  • Regional networks
  • Country chapters
  • County & local CoPs
  • Thematic CoPs

One network, four ways to connect

Start with place or practice.

Members may belong to more than one community. Choose the spaces most relevant to your work.

Africa-wide network

Flagship conferences, leadership dialogues, shared resources and cross-country collaboration.

Country chapters

A chapter in each African country, connecting national priorities with educator voice and local partnerships.

Regional & county CoPs

Regular peer learning close to home. In Kenya, communities organise by region and county.

Thematic CoPs

Practice-focused communities for educators working on common disciplines and challenges.

Africa country chapters

A chapter in every country.

Country chapters coordinate national conversations, professional learning and representation within the wider network.

East Africa

10 country chapters

Burundi · Comoros · Djibouti · Ethiopia · Kenya · Rwanda · Somalia · South Sudan · Tanzania · Uganda

West Africa

16 country chapters

Benin · Burkina Faso · Cabo Verde · Côte d’Ivoire · The Gambia · Ghana · Guinea · Guinea-Bissau · Liberia · Mali · Mauritania · Niger · Nigeria · Senegal · Sierra Leone · Togo

Central Africa

8 country chapters

Cameroon · Central African Republic · Chad · Congo · DR Congo · Equatorial Guinea · Gabon · São Tomé and Príncipe

North Africa

6 country chapters

Algeria · Egypt · Libya · Morocco · Sudan · Tunisia

Southern Africa

13 country chapters

Angola · Botswana · Eswatini · Lesotho · Madagascar · Malawi · Mauritius · Mozambique · Namibia · Seychelles · South Africa · Zambia · Zimbabwe

Chapter development

Country chapters open in phases as founding leaders and volunteer teams are confirmed. If your chapter is not yet active, register as a founding member or volunteer.

Register your interest

Kenya community network

Regional reach. County-level belonging.

Kenya’s chapter connects eight regional communities. Each region supports county CoPs that meet around shared priorities and local opportunities.

Nairobi Metro

Nairobi · Kiambu · Kajiado · Machakos

Central

Nyeri · Murang’a · Kirinyaga · Nyandarua · Laikipia

Eastern

Embu · Meru · Tharaka-Nithi · Kitui · Makueni · Isiolo · Marsabit

Coast

Mombasa · Kilifi · Kwale · Taita-Taveta · Lamu · Tana River

Rift Valley

Nakuru · Uasin Gishu · Nandi · Kericho · Bomet · Narok · Baringo · Elgeyo-Marakwet · Samburu · Turkana · West Pokot

Western

Kakamega · Bungoma · Busia · Vihiga

Nyanza

Kisumu · Siaya · Homa Bay · Migori · Kisii · Nyamira

North Eastern

Garissa · Wajir · Mandera

Thematic communities

Connect around your practice.

Choose a thematic CoP when you want subject-specific learning, tools and peer exchange.

AI & Digital Learning

Responsible AI, digital pedagogy and technology-enabled teaching.

Computing, STEM & Making

Coding, robotics, physical computing, design and learner innovation.

School Leadership

Instructional leadership, culture, strategy and school improvement.

Professional Learning

Learning design, facilitation, coaching and educator development.

Inclusive Education & Wellbeing

Belonging, accessibility, safeguarding and whole-child support.

Early Years & Primary

Foundational learning, play, inquiry and developmentally responsive practice.

Community leadership

Led by members who serve.

Each chapter or CoP has one accountable lead supported by volunteer officials with clear portfolios.

Accountable lead

Chapter or CoP Lead

Sets direction, convenes the leadership team, represents the community and safeguards its purpose.

Deputy & Programmes

Coordinates the calendar, learning activities and continuity.

Membership & Community

Welcomes members, supports belonging and keeps participation active.

Learning & Events

Organises sessions, speakers, peer learning and facilitator support.

Communications

Manages notices, stories, documentation and approved channels.

Safeguarding & Conduct

Promotes safe participation and handles concerns through approved processes.

Data & Impact

Tracks engagement, feedback, learning evidence and community improvement.

Community guidelines

How we learn and lead together.

Every member, leader, volunteer, speaker and partner agrees to these shared standards.

Respect every person

Engage across differences with dignity. No harassment, discrimination or intimidation.

Protect learners and members

Follow safeguarding, privacy, consent and responsible sharing requirements.

Share with integrity

Credit sources, protect confidential information and distinguish evidence from opinion.

Keep learning practical

Connect discussion to educator practice, learner experience and contextual realities.

Contribute, do not promote

Serve the community before selling products, recruiting or pursuing personal visibility.

Address concerns responsibly

Use community reporting channels. Leaders respond fairly, discreetly and without retaliation.

Quick decision guide

Where should I join?

If you want to…Join this communityYour first activity
Meet educators nearbyCountry chapter + local CoPRegional welcome circle
Improve a specific area of practiceThematic CoPPractice exchange or learning lab
Represent educators nationallyCountry chapterChapter forum or policy dialogue
Build leadership experienceVolunteer leadership teamVolunteer orientation
Connect across AfricaContinental networkFlagship conference or dialogue

Your path into the community

Join a chapter, choose your CoPs, start where you are.

Membership is continental. Your chapter and Communities of Practice determine where you participate most directly.