AETF
Welcome to the Africa Education Trust Fund
At the Africa Education Trust Fund (AETF), we are dedicated to transforming Africa’s education landscape.
Upcoming Event
AETF AI Conference
The Africa Education Trust Fund (AETF) is excited to announce the upcoming Artificial Intelligence (AI) Conference, which will be hosted in Accra, Ghana, in November 2025. The conference is poised to be a landmark event focused on exploring the role of AI in addressing some of Africa's most pressing challenges while also unlocking its immense potential for growth in education, innovation, and sustainable development.
About Us
Africa Education Trust Fund (AETF)
Through dynamic academia-industry partnerships, we aim to provide quality education and meaningful opportunities for the youth of Africa, preparing them for the demands of a global economy.
About Us
Africa Education Trust Fund (AETF)
Through dynamic academia-industry partnerships, we aim to provide quality education and meaningful opportunities for the youth of Africa, preparing them for the demands of a global economy.
Mission
Our mission is to bridge the gap between academia and industry across the African continent. We foster partnerships that promote collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange to enhance educational outcomes and economic growth.
Our Goal
To build a robust education ecosystem that connects learning with labour market needs. By aligning education with industry standards, we aim to boost youth employability, encourage entrepreneurship, and position Africa as a globally competitive knowledge economy.
Our Pillars
Academia-Industry Collaboration
Promoting structured partnerships to align curricula with real-world business needs.
Skills Development & Employability
Enhancing vocational and technical education to equip students with in-demand skills.
Innovation & Research
Driving research initiatives that contribute to local and global problem-solving.
Our Team
Chairman
Dr. Ekwow Spio-Garbrah
Founder of Ghana Education Trust Fund, and former Minister of Education, Trade & Industry
Ghanaian National
Senior Advisors
Mr. Kebour Ghenna
Executive Director, Pan-African Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Addis Ababa
Ethiopian National
Mr. Judson Wendell Addy (RTD)
Former Chairman of the Africa Private Sector Summit (APSS)
Liberian/USA National
Prof. Dr. Raju Chandrasekar
Former Vice-Chancellor of Universities in Africa and the Caribbean,
Indian National
Executive Directors
Prof. Margaret King
Director, and Chair, HR and Nominations Committee, AETF Board || President/CEO, Global Institute of Planning and Sustainable Development, USA
Nigerian/USA National
Prof. Brahim El Bhiri
Director, AETF IT Research and Development || Professor of IT & Director, SMARTILAB
Moroccan National
Rev. Benjamin Acheampong
Director, Africa Private Sector Summit (APSS) || Group President/CEO, Wealth Masters Group
Ghanaian/British National
Management Team
Dr. John Binnie Kauya
Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, CPA || Group MD, Global Business Network, Botswana
Malawian National
Prof. Amany El-Sherif
Vice-President, AETF || Vice President of Pan African University, AU
Egyptian National
Prof. Mrs. Goski Alabi
Director and Company Secretary, AETF || President Accra Metropolitan University, Ghana
Ghanaian National
Dr. Jeannine Uwimana-Nicol
Director, Stakeholder Relationships Management
Rwandan National
Peter Kwasi Kodjie
Representative of the All African’s Student Union (AASU) on AETF Board