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5th Annual ECD & Basic Education Conference Johannesburg 2025

Overview

ECD is a priority in both South Africa and across Africa, with significant strides being made in policy, programs, and community involvement. However, challenges such as inequality, funding, and capacity building continue to impact the effectiveness of these efforts. Ongoing initiatives and partnerships are crucial in addressing these challenges and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive from an early age.

The 5th Annual ECD & Basic Education Conference 2025 in Johannesburg is set to be a pivotal event for advancing early childhood and basic education. By focusing on integration, equity, innovation, and policy, the conference aims to address key challenges and promote effective strategies for improving education outcomes across the region. Attendees can expect a rich program of presentations, discussions, and networking opportunities that will contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of education systems.

ECD in South Africa

  1. Policy Framework and Legislation:
  • National Integrated Early Childhood Development Policy (NIECD): This policy outlines a holistic approach to ECD, emphasizing the need for integrated services that address health, nutrition, education, and social protection.
  • Early Childhood Development Act (ECD Act): This Act provides the legal framework for ECD services, including standards for ECD centers and the training of ECD practitioners.
  1. Current Initiatives:
  • National School Nutrition Programme: Aimed at improving nutrition for young children in ECD centers, this program ensures that children receive at least one nutritious meal per day.
  • Preschool Education: Efforts are being made to improve access to quality preschool education through public and private partnerships. The government has increased investment in public ECD centers and aims to expand access to early education.
  • Integrated ECD Services: There are ongoing efforts to integrate health, nutrition, and education services to provide a comprehensive support system for young children.

ECD on the African Continent

  1. Regional Frameworks:
  • African Union’s Agenda 2063: This strategic framework emphasises the importance of ECD as a pillar for human development and economic growth across the continent.
  • The African Early Childhood Network (AfECN): This network works to promote ECD policies, share best practices, and advocate for increased investment in early childhood development.
  1. Current Initiatives:
  • Regional ECD Programs: Various countries have implemented region-specific programs focusing on early childhood education, nutrition, and health. For example, countries like Kenya and Ghana have made significant strides in improving ECD access and quality.
  • International Partnerships: Organizations such as UNICEF, UNESCO, and the World Bank are actively involved in supporting ECD initiatives across Africa, providing funding, research, and technical assistance.
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  • Date & Ticket
  • Attendee Info
  • Payment
  • Complete
Standard Delegate Attendance
R4 500.00
Available Tickets: Unlimited
The Standard Delegate Attendance ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.
ECD School Representatives
R2 000.00
Available Tickets: Unlimited
The ECD School Representatives ticket is sold out. You can try another ticket or another date.

Date

Mar 06 - 07 2025

Time

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Cost

R2,000.00

Labels

In-Person
Southern Sun Sandton

Location

Southern Sun Sandton
123 Rivonia Road Sandton, Gauteng, 2148
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