- Education and assessment experts from across Africa have convened in Arusha for the 42nd AEAA Annual Conference under the theme of AI in assessment.
- The conference has honoured former KNEC CEO Dr Paul Wasanga for his distinguished contribution during his tenure as AEAA President and Executive Secretary.
- Delegates have been exploring the role of AI in personalised education, e-assessment security, TVET assessment, and evidence-based policy decisions.
Education and assessment experts, policymakers and practitioners from across Africa and beyond have converged in Arusha, Tanzania, for the 42nd Annual Conference of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA).
The five-day conference, running from August 17 to 21, 2026, is being held under the theme “Rethinking Educational Assessment in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI),” with discussions focused on how emerging technologies can transform assessment systems across the continent. The conference was officially opened by Tanzania’s Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Adolf Mkenda, in a speech delivered on his behalf by Permanent Secretary Prof. Carolyne Nombo.
A major highlight of the opening ceremony was the presentation of the AEAA Honours to former Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) Chief Executive Officer Dr Paul Wasanga, in recognition of his distinguished contribution to the association during his tenure as AEAA President and Executive Secretary.
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Key Themes Under Discussion
The conference is exploring several key areas, including the use of AI to promote personalised, equitable and inclusive education, the future of e-assessment and emerging security challenges, and the application of AI in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) assessment. Delegates are also discussing how AI-powered data can support education policy decisions, the integration of scenario-based simulations with continuous assessment and competency-based learning, and stronger academia-industry partnerships to enhance technological literacy and practical assessment. Digital solutions for assessment feedback and the evaluation of teaching and learning are also featuring prominently in the discussions.
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As the AEAA Secretariat, KNEC is playing a central role in coordinating and organising the conference, represented by its Chief Executive Officer and AEAA Executive Secretary, Dr David Njengere, alongside other officials and assessment professionals.
The conference offers African assessment bodies an opportunity to share experiences, examine emerging technologies, and develop innovative approaches that can make assessment more effective, secure, inclusive and relevant in an increasingly digital education environment.
By Jeff Kirui
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