Free Online Africa Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

St George's, University of London,Ilara Health

COVID-19 in Africa: Managing the Outbreak in Primary Care Settings (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Medicine & Pharmacology

Dive into an essential online course designed to equip healthcare professionals with the skills needed to manage COVID-19 patients in African primary care settings. This course addresses the specific impacts of the pandemic on healthcare delivery across peri-urban areas in Africa, focusing on reducing patient attendance and enhancing patient care strategies.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Health Healthcare Africa

Freedom of expression in the African media and digital policy landscape (edX)

EdX

Stellenbosch University,StellenboschX

Freedom of expression in the African media and digital policy landscape (edX)

Marketing & Communication

Discover how freedom of expression, access to information, and online freedoms are navigated in the African context through this insightful course. Learn about disinformation, the role of Internet companies, AI's influence on journalism, and civil society's efforts for change.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Information Africa Freedom of Expression

Coursera

Leiden University

Federalism & Decentralization: Evaluating Africa's Track Record (Coursera)

Social Sciences

Dive deep into the world of political science with our course on Federalism & Decentralization: Evaluating Africa's Track Record. Learn about the foundational concepts, implementation strategies, and real-world applications in various African contexts. This course is designed to equip you with a nuanced understanding of how these governance models can shape nations' development paths.

Sep 25th 2023

5-12 Weeks

Democracy Federalism Economic Development

FutureLearn

University of Basel

Examining African Contributions to Global Health (FutureLearn)

Health & Society

Dive into a five-week course that reveals the untold stories of African contributions to global health. Gain a diverse historical perspective as you learn about the groundbreaking work from Africa's experts in healthcare innovation. This course, offered by the University of Basel through FutureLearn, aims to correct the historical imbalance and highlight the vital role played by the Global South in shaping modern medicine.

Feb 28th 2022

5-12 Weeks

Health Global Health Africa

Saylor Academy

Saylor.org

History of Africa to 1890 (saylor.org)

Humanities

Embark on a journey through time as you delve into the fascinating history of Africa from its earliest inhabitants to the brink of European imperialism in the late 19th century. This course offers an in-depth exploration of African societies, their achievements, and the profound changes that occurred over millennia.

Legacy Course

Self-Paced

History Africa

Saylor Academy

Saylor.org

Modern Africa (saylor.org)

Humanities

Discover the compelling story of Modern Africa with this insightful online course. From the colonial conquests to the struggles for independence and the challenges faced in the post-colonial era, this course offers an engaging look at African history.

Legacy Course

Self-Paced

History Modern Africa

FutureLearn

University of Aberdeen

Africa: Sustainable Development for All? (FutureLearn)

Health & Society Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences

Discover how Africa is working towards achieving sustainable development for all its people through this enlightening online course. Delve into the successes and ongoing challenges of post-2015 development goals in various African countries. This free course will equip you with a deeper understanding of the complexities and opportunities for inclusive growth on the continent.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Sustainability Africa Sustainable Development

FutureLearn

Stellenbosch University

Teaching for Change: An African Philosophical Approach (FutureLearn)

Education Teacher Professional Development

Dive into 'Teaching for Change: An African Philosophical Approach' and unlock a new perspective on education. This course offers insights into the African philosophical approach to teaching and learning, aiming to cultivate more just and effective educational environments. Learn how to apply these principles in your own practice and contribute to positive change.

No sessions available

4 Weeks

Education Learning Teaching

Changement climatique et santé en contexte africain (FUN)

FUN

Université Sorbonne Paris Cité

Changement climatique et santé en contexte africain (FUN)

Health & Society Social Sciences

Ce cours en ligne « Changement climatique et santé dans le contexte africain » offre une exploration approfondie des effets du changement climatique sur la santé publique en Afrique. Vous découvrirez les mécanismes, les impacts et apprendrez comment adapter vos stratégies de santé pour faire face à ces défis environnementaux.

No sessions available

5-12 Weeks

Health Climate Change Africa