Innovation & Technology in Education – Prestige Africa Education Awards 2025

Recognizing Africa’s Pioneers in EdTech, STEM, and Digital Learning

In today’s rapidly evolving educational landscape, technology and innovation are not just buzzwords—they are the engine driving transformation across Africa’s classrooms, campuses, and communities. At the Prestige Africa Education Awards (PAEA) 2025, the Innovation & Technology in Education category is designed to spotlight individuals, institutions, and companies leveraging innovation to bridge educational gaps and shape the future of learning on the continent.

Why This Category Matters

The world is becoming increasingly digital, and Africa is rising to meet that challenge with homegrown solutions. From gamified learning apps to coding bootcamps in rural areas, this award recognizes trailblazers making quality education more accessible, inclusive, and impactful through tech and innovation.

Award Categories

Best EdTech Company in Africa

This award honors an education technology company that has significantly improved learning outcomes through innovative products, tools, platforms, or services. Whether it’s through mobile apps, AI-powered learning systems, or online content delivery, the winner must demonstrate scalability, innovation, user experience, and measurable impact.

STEM Advancement Award (for Schools or Initiatives)

Awarded to a school or initiative that has made a remarkable contribution to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education in Africa. This could include robotics programs, science fairs, coding clubs, math bootcamps, or partnerships driving female participation in STEM.

Digital Learning Platform of the Year

Celebrates a platform that provides high-quality, accessible, and scalable digital education. This could be a school-led LMS, a nonprofit e-learning initiative, or a commercial platform serving thousands of learners across the continent with engaging, curriculum-aligned content.

Impact Criteria

Nominees must demonstrate:

Innovation in approach, tools, or delivery
Reach and accessibility (urban and underserved areas)
Evidence of measurable learning outcomes
Contribution to the African Union’s education goals
Responsiveness to 21st-century learning needs

Nomination Details

To nominate an EdTech company, platform, or STEM initiative:

Choose the relevant category
Provide a detailed description (max 300 words)
Share supporting links, images, testimonials, or videos
Include one representative for follow-up

Nomination Deadline: July 15, 2025
🔗 Submit here: https://awards.prestigeafrica.org/nominate-for-paea/

Who Can Nominate?

School leaders
Tech founders
Education NGOs
Teachers & students
Ministries of Education
EdTech users or partners

What Winners Receive:

Official PAEA nominee certificate and digital badge
Pan-African visibility and spotlight
Invitation to the awards ceremony in Lagos
Feature in PAEA publications and media
Recognition as a continental leader in educatio