At AfC-ECD, we are dedicated to shaping brighter futures for young children across Africa. Established by the Addis City Administration, our center serves as a dynamic hub for learning, innovation, and collaboration in Early Childhood Development (ECD).
As a catalyst for change, we are committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive. Through coordinated programs, research, and strategic partnerships, we deliver high-quality ECD services that empower children with the strong foundation they need to contribute to a prosperous and sustainable future for the continent.
At AfCECD, we believe in the power of collective action. By fostering collaboration and sharing best practices, we aim to advance ECD initiatives in Ethiopia and beyond. Join us as we work together to create a world where all children can reach their full potential.
Read the latest news and updates on our initiatives, partnerships, and events as we continue to transform the ECD landscape in Africa.
The workshop jointly organized by the Mayor’s Office’s Strategic Project Management Office (SPMO), Addis Ababa Bureau of Education, City’s Education and Training Quality and Relevance
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — A delegation of experts from the African Center For Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD) has completed a technical visit to Kenya’s Mombasa
The African Center for Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD) has strengthened its weekly “Learning and Improvement” Initiative as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance institutional
The African Center For Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD), in partnership with the Central Ethiopia National Regional State, convened a high-level workshop today, December 31, 2025, to disseminate
The African Center for Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD) on November 13, 2025, convened a media forum in commemoration of International Children’s Day 2025, bringing together
Hawassa, SIDAMA —A high-level dissemination workshop was held today, November 17, 2025, in Hawassa to launch a report on SIDAMA Early Childhood Development (ECD) Baseline
The African Center for Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD) was honored to participate in high-level global discussions on Pathways to Scale Early Years Interventions, held on
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The African Center For Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD) was deeply honored to receive a high-level delegation of senior executives from the
Bahir Dar, Ethiopia — November 30, 2025 — The Amhara National Regional State has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to advance Early Childhood Development (ECD) and ensure that
The African Center for Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD) is delighted to be represented by Deputy CEO of the center Dr. Meseret Zelalem at the “Act
We are excited to have joined the Early Childhood Action Development Network (ECDAN)! ECDAN’s mission is to drive collective action with and for young children
Big Win Philanthropy, an international charitable organization working on children and youth development, and the African Center for Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD), have brought major
Verbatim About AfC-ECD from Addis Ababa Mayor Honorable Adanech Abiebie “It is Not Only Ours; it is a Center for All Africans.” “The Early Childhood
Addis Ababa’s Preprimary School Children Developmental Milestones and School Readiness Assessment Findings Dissemination workshop The African Center for Early Childhood Development (AfC-ECD), on June 3,
CEO Urges Prospective Architects to Be Mindful of Children-friendly Urban Planning Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of our Center, Dr. Kebede Worku, has encouraged young architects
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