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Africa
Joined November 2010
This #CustomerServiceWeek, we're proud to launch 'Possibility: Stories of Skill, Creativity and Opportunity Across Sub-Saharan Africa', a celebration of the young people, educators, creatives and entrepreneurs at the heart of our work. Explore the stories: bit.ly/bcssaimpact
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What funding options are available to #CreativeEnterprises, and how do you find the right fit? Join Pam Mutembei - HEVA Fund on #SoCreative live episode, hosted by the British Council and facilitated by Eggcorn. bit.ly/socreativepodcast1 18 Sept | 12 PM GMT | 1 PM WAT | 3 PM EAT
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AI can generate, automate and imitate. But it can’t replace human connection, lived experience, culture or our stories. As the creative economy evolves, our SoCreative platform helps creatives build the skills to navigate what’s next Explore: socreative.britishcouncil.or… #SoCreative
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A week of learning, opportunity & growth led up to the #AFWL2026 Showcase. Watch as #CreativeDNA designers from across Africa took to the runway to share collections rich with colour, creativity and culture. #CreativeGrowth #AFWL2026 #BritishCouncil #BCSSAarts
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Day 3 saw #CreativeDNA designers join award-winning Fashion and Retail Specialist and Creative Leader, Dr Avis Charles, for a masterclass on how to build & maintain their fashion businesses brands. This is what #AFWL2026 is about: creating opportunity for learning & growth.
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After seeing #CreativeDNA in action in Kenya & Ethiopia, British Council CEO Scott McDonald met designers at #AFWL2026 yesterday to connect and hear about their creative journeys, businesses & ambitions. #CreativeDNA #AFWL2026 #BritishCouncil #BCSSAarts
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Taungana Ndoro leads with people first. Our Instructional Leadership Training and Leading Learning for Gender Equality Programme supported him in driving real change across Zimbabwe's education system. Read his full story 👉 ow.ly/2BwT50ZwsYb #BCCESSA #GenderEquality
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Samah Ayoub broke barriers as the first engineer in her family, then built 100 Girls 100 Futures so others would not have to break them alone. Our Connecting Classrooms Programme supported her along the way. Read her full story 👉 ow.ly/U75650Zwrxj #BCCESSA #WomenInSTEM
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Our #ConnectionsThroughCulture grants kickstart collaborations between the UK and countries worldwide. Projects like ‘No. 60’, a collaboration between Pichet Klunchun Dance Company from Thailand and the UK's The Place. 👉 Apply here: ow.ly/5Fq550Zniuw
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Meet 10 fashion entrepreneurs from Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Uganda & Zimbabwe representing our #CreativeDNA programme at Africa Fashion Week London 2026. They're showcasing African creativity, innovation and enterprise. #AFWL2026 #AfricanFashion #CreativeGrowth
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Classrooms are linguistically diverse — education systems need to catch up. Our paper outlines how to bridge this gap. Download: eu1.hubs.ly/H0t_2Sq0 #LanguageResponsiveEducation #LanguagePolicy #EducationPolicy
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📢 #CulturalProtectionFund opens new funding round. After 160 projects across 20 countries in 10 years, we’re looking to support new projects. 💸 Grants of up to £500,000 are available. ⏳Deadline: 20 July 2026, 23:59 BST 🔗 ow.ly/PXsf50ZfV9W
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Classrooms are multilingual; the question is whether systems are built to support that reality. Our position paper outlines how systems can respond effectively. Download it here: eu1.hubs.ly/H0t_2Sq0 #LanguageResponsiveEducation #LanguagePolicy #EducationPolicy
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Classrooms are linguistically diverse — education systems need to catch up. Our paper outlines how to bridge this gap. Download: eu1.hubs.ly/H0t_2Sq0 #LanguageResponsiveEducation #LanguagePolicy #EducationPolicy
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Many learners study in a language they don’t speak at home, leading to weaker outcomes and widening inequality. Our paper offers practical, context‑sensitive solutions: eu1.hubs.ly/H0t_2Sq0 #LanguageResponsiveEducation #LanguagePolicy #EducationPolicy
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40% of learners globally are taught in languages they do not fully understand. Download our latest position paper - Language-Responsive Education - The British Council’s position on inclusive language policy and practice: eu1.hubs.ly/H0t_2Sq0 #LanguagePolicy
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🗣️ Do you have an accent? Perhaps you think you don't. But our expert doesn't agree... Watch the video to find out why 👇 But don't worry - we think accents are beautiful! Find out more: bit.ly/3Qsi4FW
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Tomorrow's the day! 🎙️ The SoCreative Podcast & Masterclass goes live with @DanielNoake on 'Why Great Ideas Fail and What Makes Them Work' — a must for every creative, founder & entrepreneur. 12PM GMT | 1PM WAT | 2PM CAT 🔗 British Council Sub-Saharan Africa YouTube
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Big ideas are exciting 💡 But why do great ideas fail? Join our first SoCreative Podcast & Masterclass with Daniel Noake on: 'Why Great Ideas Fail and What Makes Them Work?' 🗓️ 12PM GMT | 1PM WAT | 2PM CAT 🔗 Bit.ly/socreativepodcast1 #SoCreativePodcast #CreativeEconomy
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Big ideas are exciting 💡 But why do great ideas fail? Join our first SoCreative Podcast & Masterclass with Daniel Noake on: 'Why Great Ideas Fail and What Makes Them Work?' 🗓️ 12PM GMT | 1PM WAT | 2PM CAT 🔗 Bit.ly/socreativepodcast1 #SoCreativePodcast #CreativeEconomy
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