Marking International Literacy Day, The Chanzo highlights Tanzania's literacy challenges and calls for urgent action across Africa. The article argues that literacy extends beyond basic reading and writing skills, framing it as central to broader development. According to the outlet, the occasion serves as a reminder of the continent's ongoing literacy crisis and the need for renewed commitment to education.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) will host a book reading session featuring Nwabuikwu's work, The Pain and The Promise. According to Premium Times, the programme is part of the board's ongoing effort to promote literacy, critical thinking and knowledge exchange through structured engagement with leading Nigerian authors and thought leaders.

The National Association of Seadogs said it paid school fees for 100 indigent pupils and launched an essay competition for secondary school students in the Federal Capital Territory to mark the 2026 International Literacy Day. According to a statement jointly signed by Emeka Macfoy, Capoon of Sahara Deck, Abuja, and Paul Ejiofor, the initiative formed part of the group’s Literacy Day activities.

UNESCO, working with Beijing Normal University and the Tanzanian government, has launched a programme to establish and strengthen ICT clubs in public schools in Dodoma and Morogoro. The initiative aims to equip girls with digital skills, confidence and knowledge to pursue education and careers in technology. It falls under the UNESCO-BNU project "Closing the Digital Divide: Ensuring Gender-Transformative Digital Skills Education for Women and Girls," which seeks to promote gender equality in digital education.

PBAT Feeds has launched an initiative aimed at providing nutritional support to 30,000 pupils in Lagos, addressing the issue of hunger that affects students' ability to learn. According to Adebowale, many children come to school eager to learn but struggle to perform due to inadequate nutrition.

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.