e-Learning for Strengthening Higher Education (e-SHE)

Check out four years of progress in strengthening human capacity development across Ethiopia's public universities through the e-SHE initiative.

One of the key indicators of success for e-SHE is the extent to which universities are equipped and empowered to design and deliver high-quality online courses. Through targeted capacity-building trainings, technical support, and the provision of digital learning tools and frameworks, the program has strengthened universities’ ability to independently develop and manage online and blended learning programs. In this r…

The e-Learning for Strengthening Higher Education (e-SHE) Program participated in eLearning Africa 2026, held in Accra, Ghana, from June 3–5. The conference brought together higher education leaders, policymakers, development partners, EdTech innovators, and practitioners from across the continent, creating a valuable platform for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange on the future of education in Africa. …

Last week, we successfully hosted the first Fireside Chat under the e-SHE, marking the beginning of a series of monthly discussions designed to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration across Ethiopia’s higher education institutions. Use the link below to read more about it. https://www.linkedin.com/posts/e-learning-for-strengthening-higher-education_last-week-we-successfully-hosted-the-first-activity-746825125635…

We’re excited to introduce the guest speakers for our upcoming fireside chat on “Blended and Online Learning: Challenges, Experiences, and Outcomes” taking place on Thursday, 28 May at Addis Ababa University. Bringing together leaders and educators from Ethiopia’s higher education sector, this conversation will explore practical experiences, emerging opportunities, and the evolving future of digital learning. Join …

Representing the e-SHE initiative, Dr. Zelalem Assefa, CEO of ICT and Digital Education at the Ministry of Education of Ethiopia, participated in a high-level plenary panel discussion on “The National Learning Ledger: Scaling Skills and Economic Mobility” at the Open edX 2026 Conference in the United States. Check out the LinkedIn post to read more https://www.linkedin.com/posts/e-learning-for-strengthening-higher-e…

Mark your calendar and join us for an engaging hybrid fireside chat on Thursday, 28 May, at Addis Ababa University exploring the topic: “Blended and Online Learning: Challenges, Experiences, and Outcomes” The session will bring together university leaders and instructors to discuss opportunities, challenges, and the future of online education in Ethiopia. Guest speakers will be announced soon. We strongly encourage…

The Mastercard Foundation team recently visited Addis Ababa University as part of an engagement aimed at gaining deeper insight into the e-SHE program’s partner-level support, implementation progress, institutionalization efforts, sustainability, and scale-up plans. The visiting delegation included members of the Foundation’s team from the Country Office and regional office. Checkout the details with the link https:…

Watch as Riem, a third-year Economics student at Hawassa University, shares her experience with the e-SHE SSS courses and highlights the one that had the greatest impact on her. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DrH8TX-KG5o

Wishing you a joyful and peaceful Easter.

As AI becomes increasingly embedded in teaching and learning, evaluating AI systems is critical. Join us tomorrow for “AI Evaluations in Education: Safety, Effectiveness, and Impact”, where Arizona State University will present its approach to assessing AI in education, focusing on safety, effectiveness, and real-world impact. Register here: https://asu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_JTUF0sFJTn-0Ao0ICl1FuA#/registrati…

Here’s a recap of the e-SHE Public Universities’ Leadership and e-Learning Directors Convention, which took place March 9–11, 2026, at the Addis International Convention Center.