Our Vision
An Africa where every learner can learn, read and thrive in their own languages.
Kisii University · HERI Africa
About the Language Education Research Chair
Africa-led language education research for real-world impact
About the Chair
Who We Are
The Language Education Research Chair at Kisii University generates evidence that strengthens language teaching, foundational literacy, policy and practice across Africa.
Hosted by Kisii UniversityPart of HERI Africa
Vision & Mission
Our Mission
To advance relevant, Africa-led language education research and connect evidence with policy, practice and communities.
Mandate & Objectives
Our mandate
To strengthen language education research, communication and capacity across Africa.
Our objectives
Generate relevant evidence, support researchers and educators, communicate findings accessibly, and influence language education policy and practice.
Our Values
Integrity
Inclusivity
Collaboration
Excellence
Impact
Our Approach
The Chair approach will be published here.
Our Impact
- Current African share of global education research
- 3%
- Baseline reported by HERI Africa.
- Target African share of global education research
- 30% by 2050
- HERI Africa's long-term research productivity and impact ambition.
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Contact & partnerships