PAMESA Schools
Catching them young in post-primary institution across Africa.
Across Africa and beyond...
Welcome to PAMESA Schools, a project born from a profound belief in the power of knowledge and mentorship.
My journey as an ICANN Fellow and a proud recipient of the Paul Muchane Fellowship opened my eyes to the critical importance of global Internet governance and the need for new voices to lead. Inspired by this experience and the mentorship it embodies, I founded PAMESA Schools to give back to the educational communities that will shape Africa's digital future. Like all great minds that I have met along the way in our continent, Africa needs Africans. We must build a borderless Africa to stand a ruler taller.
This initiative is dedicated to empowering students aged 12 to 20 across educational institutions in Africa. We provide essential resources on topics that are rarely taught in the classroom, bridging the gap between global Internet policy and local communities. Our programs focus on practical skills and foundational knowledge in digital literacy, online safety, Internet governance, and the ethical use of technology.
By equipping the next generation with these tools, we are not just teaching them how to use the Internet—we are empowering them to build a safer, more resilient, and inclusive digital landscape for our continent. This is my commitment to a future where every young African has the knowledge to navigate the online world and the voice to shape it.
Module 1:
Unpacking ICANN - The Internet's Address Book Keeper
Target Audience: Students aged 12-18 Course Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours (can be split into multiple sessions).
Course Goal: To help students understand the foundational organizations that ensure the internet works smoothly and remains a free, open, and global resource for everyone.
Module 2:
Exploring the ISOC - Champions of the Open Internet.
Target Audience: Students aged 12-18 Course Duration: Approximately 2-3 hours (can be split into multiple sessions).
Course Goal: To help students understand the foundational organizations that ensure the internet works smoothly and remains a free, open, and global resource for everyone.