BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Localization Africa - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Localization Africa X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://localizationafrica.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Localization Africa REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240221T150349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T150349Z UID:10000101-1709028000-1709033400@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:AFLC 2024 Session 17 DESCRIPTION:Exploring Linguistic Diversity in Africa \nSession Language: Swahili and English \nType: Panel Discussion (1 hour and 30 minutes) \nDescription: \nThis session delves into Africa’s linguistic diversity\, surveying languages and their classification. We’ll explore language families\, emphasizing distinctive traits. Shifting gears to translation challenges\, we’ll spotlight issues rooted in cultural nuances and linguistic structures. Examining translation’s pivotal role in information access\, we’ll discuss how it can bridge linguistic divides. The impact of translation technologies on African languages will be analyzed\, showcasing their potential to enhance inclusivity. \nPanel Member 1: Faith Wangui Ndungu \nBio: With a passion for languages\, Faith Wangui is a seasoned interpreter\, specializing in Swahili and Kikuyu. Leveraging her linguistic expertise\, she contributes to effective cross-cultural communication. Committed to promoting understanding\, her work reflects a dedication to breaking down language barriers in diverse settings. \n Panel Member 2: Mary Wangui Mwangi \nBio: Mary Mwangi is a teacher by profession and a certified Swahili interpreter based in Kenya. She has taught Swahili language in schools for more than 5 years and examined students nationally for more than 4 years. Driven by her great passion for languages\, she decided to explore interpretation and translation. She takes delight in being able to identify and explain nuances in different languages thus facilitating communication and building relationships. \nTime slot: 27 FEB at 10AM GMT \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QonwWyoUT8ugZJmnGrIGAQ URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/aflc-2024-session-17/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240227T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240227T163000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240222T072956Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T072956Z UID:10000102-1709046000-1709051400@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:AFLC 2024 Session 18 DESCRIPTION:Language Representations of Cultural Identity in Popular Media \nSession Language: Kiswahili\, Sheng’\, English \nType: Panel Discussion (1 hour and 30 minutes) \nDescription: \nIn the era of cultural renaissance\, popular media (films\, podcasts\, social media) and their personnel (producers\, actors) are adopting local languages in contributing to representations of cultural identities to international audiences. Versions of cultural representations in the international public in these media are influenced by the media’s own economic agenda\, language skills\, geopolitics\, imperialist interests\, cosmology of owners and funders. Popular media influences their audiences to believe in their versions of cultural representations\, it is important to engage with ways that language in popular media ensures accurate representation of cultural identities to global audiences. \nModerator: Omusula Omuholo \nPanelists: \nMokaya Bosire\n Jack Ochieng’ Ohito\nChristy Nana Yaa Agyare\nDaniel Appiah Gyekye\nKennedy M. Bosire \nTime slots: February 27 at 10AM EST/3pm GMT \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LP-QDKpVQOiuxwSrCGa05Q URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/aflc-2024-session-18/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/session-18.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240228T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240228T160000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240222T073431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T073431Z UID:10000103-1709132400-1709136000@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:AFLC 2024 Session 19 DESCRIPTION:Igbiyanju iko ti o n se iwadi lori awon midia ( Indigenous Language Media in Africa) \nName: Professor Abiodun Salawu\, PhD \nSession Language: Yoruba \nType: Individual presentation (1 hour) \nThis session sheds light on a research paper that examines the essence of the research entity\, Indigenous Language Media in Africa (ILMA) as well as its activities in developing and promoting research in African Indigenous Language Media and Journalism. ILMA is a research niche area of the North-West University\, South Africa. It focuses on issues of African languages in the media\, the contrast between public and private financing of the media\, the media and identity\, the media and politics\, the internet\, media and democracy\, media and development as well as African traditional communication/media systems and their applications. The goal of the research entity is to research the indigenous language media and the traditional communication systems in Africa in terms of their nature\, content\, styles\, organisational management as well as their applications for democracy\, development and corporate communication. \nProfile/Bio \nAbiodun Salawu is Professor of Journalism\, Communication and Media Studies and Director of the research entity\, Indigenous Language Media in Africa (ILMA) at the North-West University\, South Africa. He has taught and researched journalism\, media and communication for close to three decades in Nigeria and South Africa. Prior to his academic career\, he practised journalism in a number of print media organisations in Nigeria. He has to his credit\, well over a gross of scholarly publications in academic journals and books. He has also edited/co-edited eleven books and authored one. He is a regular presenter of papers at local and international conferences. He is a co-vice chair of the journalism section of International Association for Media and Communication Research (IAMCR) and a member of editorial/advisory boards of a number of journals. He was involved in the founding of the International Association for Minority Language Media Research. He is rated by the NRF as an established researcher at the level of C1 (with international recognition) and he is a member of the Codesria’s College of Senior Academic Mentors. He is also a Distinguished Professor in the School of Liberal Arts and Humanities\, Woxsen University\, Hyderabad\, India. \nTime: February 28\, 4pm WAT / 3pm GMT \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O_BBpXpbRJ-XwSu6-LOkPw URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/aflc-2024-session-19/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Session-19-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240308T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240309T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240304T142440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T142440Z UID:10000104-1709884800-1710003600@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:Langugage World 2024 DESCRIPTION:Language World is the annual conference and training event of the Association for Language Learning. It is a highlight of the year for teachers of all languages and attracts hundreds of participants each day from across all sectors. Delegates have the opportunity to listen to and be inspired by keynote speakers\, attend workshops\, reflect and debate as they look together at key areas relevant to their own context. The theme of Language World 2024 is Languages – a unique ingredient of learning. \nhttps://www.delegate-reg.co.uk/lw2024/registration URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/langugage-world-2024/ LOCATION:Chesford Grange Hotel Kenilworth\, Warwickshire\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Final-Language-World-Logo2-1024x461-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240529T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240403T102059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T102059Z UID:10000106-1716969600-1717174800@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:17th International Conference & Exhibition on Digital Education\, Training & Skills Development DESCRIPTION:The eLearning Africa annual conference and exhibition\, which was established in 2005\, is the largest and most comprehensive knowledge sharing event for digital education\, training and skills on the African continent. \nIt is a global forum for everyone with an interest in education\, training and skills development in Africa. In the past years it has offered thousands of professionals in education\, training and development invaluable insights into the evolving world of technology learning. \n→2024 Host Country & Theme\nThe 17th Edition of eLearning Africa will be held from 29 – 31 May\, 2024 in Kigali\, the booming capital city of Rwanda at the Kigali Convention Center. \nKigali has become known for its ICT-based initiatives in a variety of sectors and services. The city’s enthusiasm for new\, tech-based solutions has led observers to refer to it as the “Innovation City of Africa”. Kigali is also one of Africa’s most attractive cities – eLearning Africa participants will be able to take advantage of its bustling streets\, ridges\, valleys\, and lush hillsides\, not to mention Rwanda’s world renowned Gorilla trekking tours\, only a short journey away. \nThe overall theme for the 17th edition of eLearning Africa is: \n“Education Fuels Innovation\, Investment Amplifies Skills: Africa’s Vibrant Leap Forward” \nA unique event\, Africa’s largest conference and exhibition on technology supported learning\, training and skills development\, eLearning Africa is a network of experts\, practitioners\, policy makers and investors committed to the future of education and training. \nIt provides a diverse\, content rich and thought-provoking programme\, which includes pre-conference workshops and launches\, plenary sessions\, debates\, discovery demos\, knowledge factories and an annual Ministerial Round Table\, as well as a large exhibition and demonstration area hosting leading international and African educational and technology organisations across sectors in Africa. URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/17th-international-conference-exhibition-on-digital-education-training-skills-development/ LOCATION:Kigali Convention Center\, Kigali\, Rwanda\, 23VV+MQ9\, KG 2 Roundabout\, Kigali\, Kigali\, Kigali\, Rwanda ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/elearning_africa_cover.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240530T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240403T090854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T090854Z UID:10000105-1717056000-1717261200@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:Africa ELTA 8th International Conference DESCRIPTION:Africa ELTA 8th International Conference \nin collaboration with the University of Hertfordshire in Egypt \n30 May – 1 June 2024\n Call for Proposals is now closed\nAfrica ELTA Conference is held in one African country every year. We held our conferences in the past in Sudan\, Rwanda\, Senegal\, Nigeria\, and Angola. We are glad that the 2024 Conference will be held in Egypt and we are pleased to announce that we are now accepting proposals from ELT professionals around the world to present at the Africa ELTA 8th International Annual Conference ( 30 May – 1 June 2024 ) in Cairo\, Egypt. This conference is organized in collaboration with the University of Hertfordshire and hosted by the Global Academic Foundation (GAF) in Egypt. The conference is held under the theme of \nTransforming Minds\, Transforming Lives in ELT\nThe Pre-conference Event (PCE) on May 30th\, 2024\, is organized to highlight Africa ELTA vision in supporting classroom teachers to create their context-appropriate materials with a training focus on ELT materials development in the African context. We encourage submissions that highlight the success stories and/or challenges of developing original teacher-developed materials in the African ELT context. \nThe Main Conference (on May 31st and June 1st\, 2024) has a wider range of topics. We encourage submissions that highlight any of the following topics: \n– Professional learning networks for teachers in Africa \n– Student-centered practices in the African ELT classroom \n– Curriculum development \n– AI and language learning and teaching \n– Teaching large and low-resource classes \n– Intercultural education in the English classroom \n– Language assessment \n– Technology integration in the African language classroom \n– Gender and inclusion issues in education \n– Justice in education policy \n– Teaching English in multilingual settings \n– Perspectives on World Englishes \n– Successful L2 pedagogies \n– Cutting edge second language research \nSession types are: \nPresentation (30 minutes) \nThis session type focuses on presenting a research paper\, a theoretical framework for activities\, or a short debrief on a class activity or practice. It is 25 minutes for presenting and 5 minutes for Q &A. \nWorkshop (45 minutes) \nWhile grounded in theory and research\, workshops should provide the participants with the opportunity to engage in hands-on activities that will enhance their classroom practice. \nResearch-oriented session (30 minutes) \nThis is a session to present a research study related to teaching and learning and share study implications with attendees. \nTechnology Lab (30 minutes) \nThis session is held in a technology lab with computers for the participants to try a new website or application with the presenter. \nPanel Discussion (90 minutes) \nWe encourage a group of teachers and/or scholars (3-5 presenters) to propose and discuss a topic of relevance to the conference theme by examining its various dimensions including theoretical and practical implications. \nStorytelling Session (15 minutes) \nWe are interested in storytellers who can share their stories (10 minutes) and discuss the practical implications of such stories in the African ELT classroom (5 minutes). \n General Guidelines for Conference Presenters \nPlease read what information is required before beginning the submission process. All submissions are received through the online submission form on this link. No email submissions will be considered. All accepted presenters will be expected to self-fund their trip to Egypt. \nA proposal must have a title\, an abstract\, and a session description \nThe title of your presentation (10 words maximum). \nA session description that reflects the content\, the theoretical background as well as the practical implications appropriate for the African English language teaching context (250 words maximum). \nAn abstract that summarizes the content of your session to be included in the program book for conference attendees to learn about your session (50 words maximum). \nA bio that demonstrates your professional and/or scholarly expertise in the topic of your presentation\, your previous conference presentations as well as any other relevant experience in and/or outside of Africa (30 words maximum). \nCitations\, if any\, must be included using APA \nTo view samples of proposals\, click here. \nPlease check the proposal evaluation rubric here \nThe deadline for accepting proposals is October 31st\, 2023\, \nat 11:59 PM Cairo Local Time \nPlease check the FAQs \nIf you have other questions about the conference\, you can contact the Conference Co-Chairs\, Amira Salama (Africa ELTA) and Ramy Shabara (The University of Hertfordshire in Egypt) at africaeltaconference@gmail.com URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/africa-elta-8th-international-conference/ LOCATION:Cairo\, Egypt\, Cairo\, Egypt ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/edited.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Africa ELTA":MAILTO:africaelta@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240611T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240612T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240606T132744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T132744Z UID:10000107-1718092800-1718211600@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:International Conference on Language\, Literature\, Culture\, and Education (ICLLCE) DESCRIPTION:Conference Overview\nInternational Conference On Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education (ICLLCE-24) at ACCRA\, Ghana strives to serve all those engaged in the discipline of Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education as an avenue for growth and community-building. \nAt this event\, all stakeholders – participants\, keynote speakers\, presenters\, volunteers\, and others\, will get access to best-in-class resources\, infrastructure\, and opportunities that will help them accomplish every one of their professional objectives irrespective of how diverse and varied they are. \nThe organizers of the International Conference On Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education (ICLLCE-24) are of the firm belief that in order to play an active part in the progress of Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education\, the key is to foster its spirit of community. This is exactly why apart from knowledge-dissemination events solely aimed at propagating the latest expertise and know-how\, International Conference On Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education (ICLLCE-24) will also feature numerous networking and socializing events where participants will get to engage with their peers\, get advice from keynote speakers and other presenter’s questions\, and rub shoulders with the academic elite in their respective specializations. \nThe (ICLLCE-24) will also have ample opportunities in store for researchers to get the word out on their latest research findings\, rewarding the best presentations and most pioneering research studies suitably \nConference Theme And Conference Objective\nTackling the challenges that are hindering the furtherance of (ICLLCE-24) with workable and modern solutions is the most pressing need of the hour. That is precisely why\, every single lecture\, presentation\, and event that will take place during the (ICLLCE-24) will revolve around the theme of ” Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education” \nEveryone who will be taking part in the (ICLLCE-24) will gather together to achieve a few collective priorities – the dissemination of knowledge being generated through various international research studies and the strengthening of the global community. Every single session\, therefore\, has been meticulously designed to help participants fulfil these goals as well as every one of the personal objectives that each one of them will be hoping to achieve. \nWho Should Attend (ICLLCE-24)?\nAll those engaged either directly or indirectly in the discipline of Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education will benefit greatly from enrolling themselves. Everyone\, from students\, scholars\, and educators to researchers\, industry professionals\, and policymakers\, will find exclusive opportunities that will help them make contributions of significance to the field. They will also get access to the broader global Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education community via a variety of networking sessions and avenues that will facilitate their career growth. \nWhy Should Attend (ICLLCE-24)\nIn addition to getting to be a part of an exclusive group of elite academics\, scientists\, entrepreneurs\, and high-level policymakers\, as well as bureaucrats\, the participants will have access to tons of opportunities to cement their futures. \nOn a personal level\, every participant will get to take advantage of opportunities to spread the word about their latest research findings; they will get to rub shoulders with those in their field who inspire them; they will get to forge long-lasting professional connections with their peers that will stand them in good stead throughout their careers\, and most importantly they will get to update themselves with the latest knowledge from the very best in Language\, Literature\, Culture\, And Education. URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/international-conference-on-language-literature-culture-and-education-icllce/ LOCATION:Accra\, Ghana\, Accra\, Ghana ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/home-5-slider-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Associate for Scientific and Academic Research(ASAR)":MAILTO:info@asar.net.in END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240708 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20230512T124217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T124217Z UID:10000076-1720310400-1720396799@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:Kiswahili Day DESCRIPTION:In the 1950s the United Nations established the Kiswahili language unit of United Nations Radio\, and today Kiswahili is the only African language within the Directorate of the Global Communications at the United Nations. The 7th July of each year is proclaimed as World Kiswahili Language Day. Kiswahili is the first African language to be recognized in such a manner by the UN. URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/kiswahili-day/2024-07-07/ CATEGORIES:Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Kiswahili-day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240828T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240829T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20240816T080926Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T081333Z UID:10000108-1724832000-1724950800@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:ALCA Annual Conference DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Association of Language Companies in Africa (ALCA) at our inaugural Annual Conference. Under the theme of “Forging robust and thriving language services companies in Africa\,” this conference aims to advance the language services industry by fostering collaboration\, sharing insights\, and strategizing for growth and sustainability. \nConference Objectives: \n\nProvide a platform for discussing industry trends\, opportunities\, and challenges in the language services sector.\nFoster networking opportunities and create synergies for future collaboration and development within the industry.\n\n  \nThis year\, we delve into such topics as strategic partnerships for sustainable growth\, innovative technologies driving efficiency\, and the balance of global impact with local relevance in Africa. We will also focus on talent development\, market expansion strategies\, and robust quality assurance measures. \nAdditionally\, discussions will cover navigating regulatory landscapes\, financial resilience\, and the social impact of language service companies and so much more. Each session is carefully curated and aims to equip you with the knowledge and tools to apply and excel. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho is this for? Language service companies\, buyers\, institutions\, and other stakeholders interested in the language services industry in Africa. \nWhy join? The conference provides a fantastic opportunity to network with some of the best industry professionals and have all your questions answered in breakout rooms. All from the comfort of your remote environment. URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/alca-annual-conference/ LOCATION:Online END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250708 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20230512T124217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T124217Z UID:10000077-1751846400-1751932799@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:Kiswahili Day DESCRIPTION:In the 1950s the United Nations established the Kiswahili language unit of United Nations Radio\, and today Kiswahili is the only African language within the Directorate of the Global Communications at the United Nations. The 7th July of each year is proclaimed as World Kiswahili Language Day. Kiswahili is the first African language to be recognized in such a manner by the UN. URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/kiswahili-day/2025-07-07/ CATEGORIES:Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Kiswahili-day.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260708 DTSTAMP:20260425T233128 CREATED:20230512T124217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230512T124217Z UID:10000078-1783382400-1783468799@localizationafrica.com SUMMARY:Kiswahili Day DESCRIPTION:In the 1950s the United Nations established the Kiswahili language unit of United Nations Radio\, and today Kiswahili is the only African language within the Directorate of the Global Communications at the United Nations. The 7th July of each year is proclaimed as World Kiswahili Language Day. Kiswahili is the first African language to be recognized in such a manner by the UN. URL:https://localizationafrica.com/event/kiswahili-day/2026-07-07/ CATEGORIES:Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://localizationafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Kiswahili-day.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR