By Peace Muthoka.
Nairobi, Kenya – The next generation of innovators stole the spotlight at the Learners EdTech Summit 2025, where over 100 young minds came together to reimagine the future of education.
Held both physically and virtually, the summit gave students a platform to showcase bold solutions that blended creativity with technology. From tackling cyberbullying to promoting climate action, their ideas revealed just how ready young people are to shape tomorrow’s classrooms.
One of the strongest calls came from learners in rural areas who demanded offline learning apps packed with digital materials. According to them, internet connectivity should no longer determine who gets quality education.
Equally passionate were students pushing for safer digital spaces. They proposed a child-friendly website that combines awareness content, reporting tools, and peer-support forums to confront cyberbullying head-on. “Cyberbullying makes it difficult for us to focus and feel safe in a digital classroom,” one participant shared.
Inclusivity was another recurring theme. Learners insisted on the adoption of assistive technologies such as screen readers, captioned videos, and voice-to-text tools to ensure children with disabilities are not left behind.
The summit also spotlighted climate action. Young innovators proposed a “Tree Track” app that monitors tree planting, connecting environmental protection to learning. With the Africa Climate Summit 2 coming up in Ethiopia, the urgency of climate education resonated strongly. “By learning about climate change in school, we can be better equipped to protect our planet,” said one student.
Government leaders were quick to applaud these ideas. Principal Secretary for Children Services, CPA Caren Ageng’o, praised the creativity on display, affirming that the government is committed to listening. Ambassador Philip Thigo, Kenya’s Special Envoy on Technology, emphasized the importance of digital spaces that are safe, secure, and child-centered.
The Kenya Children Assembly President, Sam Smith, used the moment to demand government funding for children’s activities and inclusion of their voices in the upcoming national budget. His remarks came just days before the Ministry of Finance begins preparing the FY 2026/2027 budget.
Organized by Mtoto News in partnership with EdTech East Africa, the summit ran under the theme “Co-create Solutions for the Future of Education.” The Joining Forces Alliance also pledged support, linking the event to the upcoming Africa Children Climate Summit 2025 pre-summit in Kenya.
What stood out most was the clarity and urgency of the students’ voices. They were not just participants they were leaders, shaping an education system that is inclusive, innovative, and built for the future.
