Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, marked the 60th anniversary of International Literacy Day 2026 by urging greater attention to adult education. In her commemorative message, she described literacy as fundamental to personal empowerment and national development, according to Leadership (NG). The report also noted her reference to this year’s theme, “Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity,” linking adult learning with broader social and economic goals.

The Tanzania Institute of Accountancy (TIA) has shifted from certificate-based education to practical skills training, aiming to turn graduates into job creators rather than job seekers, according to Daily News. Nearly 100 students have already established businesses under the programme, which has reached more than 5,000 students through workshops on entrepreneurship, innovation, employment and international opportunities, with over 500 others also benefiting.

An opinion piece by Nkechi Christopher published in Nigeria's Tribune Online argues that literacy is a lifelong journey that begins before formal schooling and continues into adulthood. The article contends that literacy develops alongside an individual's capacity to learn, communicate, participate in society and make informed choices, framing it as essential to Nigeria's people, the planet and prosperity. The piece highlights the broader importance of literacy for national development and individual empowerment across all stages of life.

Nigeria’s First Lady has described literacy as fundamental to national development, stressing that everyone should have access to equitable, quality education. In remarks reported by PM News, she linked basic reading and writing skills to opportunity, social inclusion and the country’s long-term progress. The comments framed literacy as a shared public priority rather than a narrow school issue, aligning education access with broader development goals.

Tanzania has started preparations for a nationwide public education campaign on the draft Constitution of the proposed East African Community Political Confederation, Daily News reports. The initiative, announced by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation in Morogoro, aims to ensure citizens are adequately informed before submitting their views on the regional integration process.

Tanzania is seeking long-term investment from Japan to create jobs, develop skills, expand technology transfer and production, and improve the competitiveness of Tanzanian products in domestic and international markets. According to Daily News, the appeal was made by the Minister of State in the President's Office for Planning during the Tanzania Investment and Business Forum held in Tokyo, Japan.