Events & Conferences
Promoting literacy activities in Africa through our signature PALFA Conferences and regular webinars.
PALFA Conferences
Hosting Guidelines
An international conference shall be hosted on a rotational basis among African regions every two years.
- •Host country identified and approved at the General Assembly.
- •Hosting rights are voluntary but may be withdrawn if capacity is lacking.
Selection Criteria
- 1.Active Membership of NePALA.
- 2.Ability to present a preliminary plan of action.
- 3.Active Affiliate with a work plan and reports.
- 4.Record of holding national/international literacy conferences.
Conference History
| Year | City | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Pretoria | South Africa |
| 2001 | Abuja | Nigeria |
| 2003 | Kampala | Uganda |
| 2005 | Ezulwini | Swaziland |
| 2007 | Accra | Ghana |
| 2009 | Dar-es-Salaam | Tanzania |
| 2011 | Gaborone | Botswana |
| 2013 | Nairobi | Kenya |
| 2015 | Cape Town | South Africa |
| 2017 | Abuja | Nigeria |
| 2019 | Kampala | Uganda |
| 2021 | Lusaka | Zambia |
| 2023 | Nairobi | Kenya |
| 2025 | Lagos | Nigeria |
Honoring Innovation
The Executive Committee of NePALA shall create the criteria, modalities, and guidelines to reward innovative literacy teachers, researchers, and Affiliates across the continent. Such awards shall be presented during PALFA Conferences.
Webinars & Seminars
NePALA holds regular webinars and seminars aimed at sharing innovative literacy practices and building the capacity of literacy teachers and researchers in the continent.
Innovative Teaching Methods
Join us for a session on modern pedagogical approaches in African literacy.
Digital Literacy in Africa
Exploring the impact of technology on reading and writing development.