African-Wikimedians May 2026

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Applications Open: EduWiki Hub Mentorship Programme Cohort 2
by Barakat Adegboye 09 May '26

09 May '26

Hello African Wikimedians, I hope this message finds you well. The EduWiki Hub Team is pleased to announce that applications are now open for Cohort 2 of the EduWiki Hub Mentorship Programme <https://w.wiki/FvVj>, a six month initiative designed to support Wikimedia education organisers, emerging leaders, and contributors through mentorship, peer learning, and practical experience. The programme connects participants with experienced mentors across the Wikimedia and education movement while creating opportunities for collaborative learning, structured check ins, and applied project work within local contexts. Participants will benefit from: - One on one mentoring tailored to their goals and interests - Peer learning sessions and cohort check ins - Practical learning through outreach activities, partnerships, or programme implementation - Recognition and certification upon successful completion of the programme Programme Duration: July 2026 to January 2027 Applications close on 15 June 2026. Apply here: https://capx.toolforge.org/mentorship We encourage educators, organisers, and contributors interested in Wikimedia in education to apply and take part in this learning opportunity. Best regards, *Barakat Adegboye* User: BAdegboye (EdWH) Communications Assistant

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Press Release: Wikimedia UG Nigeria to advance Digital Heritage Preservation and Oral Knowledge Documentation with LASRAB in 2026
by Amb. Olushola Olaniyan 08 May '26

08 May '26

Wikimedia UG Nigeria Strengthens Partnership with Lagos State Records and Archives Bureau (LASRAB) to Advance Digital Heritage Preservation and Oral Knowledge Documentation The Wikimedia Nigeria team visited the LASRAB Director-General, Mr Rasak Olugbenga Amodu, to strengthen institutional collaboration for preserving and promoting Nigeria’s cultural heritage and public knowledge resources. The meeting allowed both institutions to deepen their partnership, review past achievements, launch new heritage initiatives, and discuss strategic cooperation for the year ahead. The Wikimedia Nigeria delegation formally presented audiovisual materials from the Nigeria Oral History Documentation Project to LASRAB for archival and educational use. Wikimedia Nigeria began the year committed to strengthening engagement with institutions, government agencies, cultural stakeholders, and international partners in the knowledge, heritage, education, and digital preservation ecosystem. Earlier, the organisation collaborated with the Swedish Embassy in Abuja on initiatives to improve the visibility of Nigerian women online through Wikimedia platforms. The visit to LASRAB marks another major step in expanding partnerships that support free knowledge, digital preservation, and cultural documentation in Nigeria. Representatives of Wikimedia Nigeria praised LASRAB’s efforts to preserve Lagos State’s archives and support heritage-focused Wikimedia initiatives. The team also commended the new Director-General’s leadership. The meeting revisited the 2024 collaboration between LASRAB and Wikimedia Nigeria on WikiHeritage. WikiHeritage is a global initiative using Wikimedia platforms, such as Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons, and Wikidata, to digitally preserve and promote cultural heritage. In Lagos, young professionals and volunteers received training in digital literacy, leadership, heritage documentation, and open knowledge tools. The project led to the creation and improvement of numerous digital content pieces about Lagos State, including heritage sites, festivals, historical cities, monuments, and traditional institutions, which collectively attracted thousands of online viewers worldwide. Seven WikiHeritage ambassadors specifically utilised archival materials and historical resources provided through the collaboration to develop and improve content relating to Lagos cultural heritage, festivals, kingship institutions, and historical narratives. The outstanding ambassadors and contributors were later recognised and rewarded at the Wikimedia Nigeria Community Distinguished Awards held in November 2025 for their exceptional contributions to digital heritage preservation and open knowledge development. During the meeting, Wikimedia Nigeria introduced the Nigeria Oral History and Indigenous Knowledge Documentation Initiative. This national project preserves indigenous languages, oral traditions, local histories, and cultural expressions through audiovisual documentation in native languages. The initiative has documented elements from over 250 Nigerian languages and cultures and continues to expand across the country. The team explained that the oral knowledge initiative has enabled researchers, documentarians, linguists, and volunteers to explore the richness, diversity, and intricacies of indigenous Nigerian traditions, including those found in some of the country’s most remote communities. Through field expeditions and interviews with local custodians of culture, oral historians, traditional rulers, storytellers, and community elders, the project seeks to safeguard knowledge systems at risk of disappearing. As part of the visit, Wikimedia Nigeria formally donated selected audiovisual documentation materials from the project to LASRAB for archival preservation, research access, and public educational presentation to visitors and researchers interested in Nigeria’s cultural heritage. Both organisations discussed strengthening collaboration with cultural institutions, libraries, museums, historians, filmmakers, researchers, and traditional institutions to support high-quality documentation of oral knowledge and digital heritage content. At the end of the meeting, Wikimedia Nigeria and LASRAB agreed to strengthen cooperation for the 2026 heritage and oral knowledge projects. They also decided to set up a joint framework to document, preserve, digitise, and share indigenous oral knowledge and cultural heritage materials from Lagos State and beyond. The partnership reinforces both institutions' shared commitment to ensuring that Nigeria’s rich history, traditions, indigenous knowledge systems, and cultural identity remain accessible and preserved for future generations through digital innovation and open knowledge platforms. *Olaniyan Ishola Olushola* *CEO. Data Access Systems LtdChairman Local Organizing Committee (WikiIndaba2019) <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/WikiIndaba_conference_2019/Team>Co-Producer, Wikipedia Campaign in Nigeria <https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=5&v=AUBPd3PTas0> ( Winner of the Best NGO in Africa ( African Excellence Award 2018) <https://af-pr.excellence-awards.com/winnerlist/best-of-2018/>) Dublin, Republic of Ireland. Co-Producer , Wiki Women Radio <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_Women_Radio_Program>President, Wikimedia Nigeria <https://wikimedia.org.ng/>Treasurer, FOSSFAMember, Affiliates Committee ( Wikimedia Foundation)* *Administrator, Wikimedia Programs & Events Dashboard* *MD,Olbims ConsultingPhone: +2348167352512E: olaniyanshola15(a)gmail.com <E%3Aolaniyanshola15(a)gmail.com>E: shola(a)wikimedia.ng.org <E%3Ashola(a)wikimedia.ng.org>Facebook:Olaniyan SholaTwitter:oluwanishola73Wiki User Name: Olaniyan Olushola* * Wikipedia Campagn in Nigeria featuring Emmanuela * * One on One with Olushola Olaniyan ( TV Plus Africa) <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGp_YqdOJzY&feature=youtu.be>* * https://youtu.be/DwTUGVv6Qng <https://youtu.be/DwTUGVv6Qng>*

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Invitation: cérémonie de graduation de la 2e cohorte On-Wiki Skills
by Mamisoa Raveloaritiana 08 May '26

08 May '26

*Chèr(e)s Wikimédien(ne)s* Africa Wiki Women a le plaisir de vous inviter à la cérémonie de remise de certificats de la deuxième cohorte du programme de mentorat *On-Wiki Skills* . *Date :* 9 mai 2026 *Heure :* 15h00 UTC *Lien Zoom :* https://zoom.us/j/98077955997 Pour plus d’informations, consultez : https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Africa_Wiki_Women_on_Wiki_Skills_Graduation… 🎉 Rejoignez-nous pour célébrer les réussites de nos mentorées et remercier les formidables mentors qui les ont accompagnées tout au long de ce parcours. Cordialement, Mamisoa Raveloritiana Coordinatrice de la communauté AWW

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AWW On-Wiki Skills Mentorship Graduation Ceremony
by Salah Mel-Catherine Atuma 08 May '26

08 May '26

Dear Wikimedians, Africa Wiki Women warmly invites you all to celebrate the graduation of the second cohort of the *On-Wiki Skills Mentorship Program*. Date: 9 May 2026 Time: 3:00 PM UTC Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/98077955997 For more information check : https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Africa_Wiki_Women_on_Wiki_Skills_Graduation… Join us as we celebrate the achievements of our mentees and appreciate the amazing mentors who supported them throughout the journey. Best regards, Salah Mel-Catherine Atuma Africa wiki women fellow

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Comité Wiki Franca
by Kano Tchapi 07 May '26

07 May '26

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[WikiFranca] - Présentation du nouveau Comité d'Administration
by Aristide KOUAME 07 May '26

07 May '26

Chers membres et sympathisants de WikiFranca, Nous avons le plaisir de vous présenter le nouveau Comité d'Administration de WikiFranca. - *Président* : Antoine Cannafarina - *Secrétaire général* : Tchapi Toussaint Kano - *Trésorier* : Mamadou Falilou Diallo - *Vice-trésorière* : Marta Vidal Cordialement, *Aristide KOUAME* *Pour l'Equipe Communications de WikiFranca*

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Join AWA May 2026 Meet-ups / Participez aux rencontres AWA mai 2026 : Source Editing & Wikidata / Édition source & Wikidata
by Bukola James 06 May '26

06 May '26

Dear Wikimedians/Wikimédiens, The African Wikipedian Alliance (AWA) <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/African_Wikipedian_Alliance/Programs>is excited to invite you to our upcoming May 2026 learning sessions, designed to strengthen your Wikimedia editing and data skills. L'Alliance des Wikipédiens africains (AWA) a le plaisir de vous inviter à ses prochaines sessions de formation de mai 2026, conçues pour renforcer vos compétences en matière d'édition et de gestion des données sur Wikimedia. We have two engaging sessions this month: Nous avons deux sessions passionnantes au programme ce mois-ci : Francophone Session: Le pouvoir de Wikidata 📅 6 mai 2026 | 🕑 14 h 00 UTC Cette session présente Wikidata et son rôle au sein de l'écosystème Wikimédia. Les participants découvriront comment Wikidata : - Soutient le libre accès à la connaissance - Permet de se connecter à Wikipédia et à Wikimedia Commons - Permet le partage de données entre les projets Wikimédia 👨🏽‍🏫 Formatrice: VOLOLONIRINA Marie Ella 🔗 Inscription: https://forms.gle/j2App1Sf5GxuGkMfA ______________________________________________________________ Anglophone Meet-up: Edit Like a Pro Using Wikipedia’s Source Editor 📅 5 May 2026 | 🕝 14:30 UTC This practical session will help participants improve their Wikipedia editing skills using the Source Editor. You will learn how to: - Create and edit Wikipedia articles - Add reliable citations - Improve article structure and formatting 👨🏽‍🏫 Trainer: Dr. Jeremiah Ugwulebo 🔗 Register here: https://forms.gle/KHuYwzFAFQMpzHzf8 We encourage you to participate and share with others who may be interested. Let’s continue building knowledge together across Wikimedia projects. Nous vous encourageons à participer et à faire passer le mot à d'autres personnes susceptibles d'être intéressées. Continuons à enrichir ensemble les connaissances au sein des projets Wikimédia. Warm regards, African Wikipedian Alliance (AWA)

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This Month in Education – EduWiki Newsletter, April 2026 • Volume 15, Issue 4
by Barakat Adegboye 06 May '26

06 May '26

Dear African Wikimedians, The April 2026 edition of the EduWiki Newsletter is now available. What stands out this month is how differently Wikimedia is being used across contexts, yet with a shared goal of strengthening learning and participation. - In *North Macedonia <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, Wikimedia MKD continued its education program, combining workshops, edit-a-thons, and community activities to strengthen digital literacy in the Macedonian language. - In *Brasil <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, the Wikimedia Brasil team engaged students through school and university sessions, focusing on hands-on editing and classroom integration of Wikipedia. - In the *United Kingdom <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, Wikimedia UK partnered with Thoughtful to develop a new teacher training course centered on media literacy for children. - In the *Czech Republic <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, Wikimedia CR worked with educators to support information literacy and education for sustainable development in elementary and grammar schools. - In *Jordan <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, students in Zarqa were introduced to Wikipedia and Wikidata, gaining their first practical experience contributing to open knowledge platforms. - In *Armenia <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, Wikimedia Armenia organized mandatory internships for university students, combining online and in-person training on Wikimedia projects. - In *Ukraine <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, the Wikipedia for School competition continued despite power outages and ongoing challenges, supporting curriculum-based content creation. - In *Albania <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, collaboration with Aleksandër Xhuvani University enabled journalism students to contribute to Wikimedia projects as part of their coursework. - In *Nigeria <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, Wikimedia projects were used to address health misinformation in Akwa Ibom and Rivers States, improving access to credible health information. - In *Bangladesh <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, the WikiScholar initiative introduced school students to Wikipedia through structured learning and engagement activities. - And in *Türkiye <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/April_202…>*, students explored UNESCO-designated sites through Wikipedia, contributing to articles as part of a sustainability and public knowledge course. Each story reflects a different entry point into the movement, but together they show how Wikimedia continues to evolve as a learning tool across regions. We encourage you to explore the newsletter, you might just find inspiration for your next Wikimedia education project. Read the full newsletter: *EduWiki Newsletter, April 2026 <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/Apr…>* View highlights on Wikimedia Commons: *HERE <https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:EduWiki_Hub_Newsletter_April.png>* We’re also continuing to collect stories for the next edition. If your community has been working on a Wikimedia and education initiative or will be doing so this month, we’d be glad to feature it in the *May 2026 issue*. Submit your story: *Education Newsroom <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/News/Newsroom>* Deadline: *26th of May* Looking forward to reading what you’ve been working on. Best regards, Barakat Adegboye <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:BAdegboye_(EdWH)>, *EduWiki Connectors* Contents <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/Apr…> • Headlines <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Education/Newsletter/Apr…> • Subscribe <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:MyLanguage/Global_message_delivery/…>

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Explore EduWiki Hub’s OER Update on Diff (Jan–Mar 2026)
by Barakat Adegboye 02 May '26

02 May '26

Hello everyone, As many ease into the weekend, we’re pleased to share a newly published Diff post from the EduWiki Hub <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia_%26_Education_User_Group/EduWiki_…> . The article highlights our latest Open Educational Resources documentation update, covering materials added between *January and March 2026*. It offers a glimpse into resources that can support educators, trainers, and learners working with Wikimedia projects, while also pointing readers to the growing collection maintained through the Hub. Featured themes include teaching with Wikipedia, information literacy, and the role of generative AI in learning. If you have a moment this weekend, we hope you’ll find it a worthwhile read. Read the post here <https://bit.ly/4cXRz2H> We’d also be glad to hear what kinds of resources you would like to see documented in future editions. *Barakat Adegboye* User: BAdegboye (EdWH) Communications Assistant

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Call for Topic Proposals and Requests + Recordings available — Global GLAM Call
by Connor Benedict 01 May '26

01 May '26

Hello, Over the last few months the Global GLAM Calls <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Global_GLAM_calls> have grown significantly! This month in April there were more than 100 registrations, and 50 attendees on the call. This is incredible! All this is thanks to your contribution, curiosity, and continued engagement with culture, heritage, and Wikimedia projects. In case you missed the call the recording is already available <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Global_GLAM_call_2026-04-28> on Commons. The topics, presenters, and documents, are also neatly organized in Metabase <https://metabase.wikibase.cloud/wiki/Item:Q43731> for easy search and reference. But now’s the time to build out the agendas for the coming months. Do you have a topic you’d like to present on or have a request for? Send it to the organizers via the request form <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Global_GLAM_Calls/Topic_Requests> on Meta-wiki. In 2026 there’s special focus on topics from the Strategic Pillars (Small GLAMs, Minority Languages, Robust Technical Infrastructure, and Community (mental) Health, and GLAM Recognition) but all kinds of presentations and discussions are welcome. Registration for the May call <https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Event:Global_GLAM_call_2026-05-26> is already open, though the agenda is not 100% ready. See you online! All the best, Connor

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