Editorial: Shaping the Landscape of African Education through Research and Innovation
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African education, educational technology, inclusivity, innovation, research and policyAbstract
This editorial introduces the inaugural issue of the Innovative Journal of African Education (IJAE), situating it within the broader mission of advancing transformative, inclusive, and technologically responsive educational scholarship across the continent. The journal emerges at a critical juncture when African education systems confront rapid technological shifts, persistent inequities, and the urgent need for culturally relevant pedagogies. As a scholarly platform, IJAE seeks to bridge the gap between research, policy, and practice by fostering interdisciplinary dialogue that reflects Africa’s unique educational realities while engaging in global debates on innovation and equity. The editorial reflects on the journal’s focus and scope, its commitment to academic integrity, and its role in shaping future research directions in areas such as digital transformation, teacher professional development, inclusive education, and policy reform. Thus, by amplifying African scholarship, IJAE aspires to contribute meaningfully to the reimagining of education for a just, sustainable, and knowledge-driven society.
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