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Astria Learning and Makerere University explore eCampus partnership to drive digital transformation

KAMPALA, UGANDA, September 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Astria Learning, a global leader in digital education solutions, has initiated discussions with Makerere University, one of Africaโ€™s most prestigious institutions, to establish a state-of-the-art AI-powered eCampus that will transform higher education delivery across the continent.

The inaugural meeting, held this week in Kampala, brought together Makerere University officials and Astria Learning representatives to outline a shared vision for a digital-first future in higher education.

๐“๐ซ๐š๐ง๐ฌ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐„๐๐ฎ๐œ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐“๐ก๐ซ๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก ๐“๐ž๐œ๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ฒ
The proposed eCampus will:

- Expand access to Makerereโ€™s academic excellence for students globally
- Offer flexible, technology-driven learning experiences
- Provide students with 24/7 access to a wealth of digital resources
- Integrate AI-powered programmes and innovative learning tools to prepare graduates for the future of work

With proven expertise in Learning Management System (LMS) implementation, online infrastructure, and course design, Astria Learning is well-positioned to support Makerere University in achieving its digital transformation goals. Through its flagship solutions, including the Astria eCampus platform, Astria Digital Library (ADL), and customised virtual learning environments, Astria Learning empowers universities to deliver flexible, scalable, and high-quality education that meets the needs of todayโ€™s learners.

๐€๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐š ๐‹๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ โ€™๐ฌ ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ
According to Dr. Jeff Bordes, CEO of Astria Learning:

โ€œDigital transformation is no longer optional for higher education, it is essential. Through this potential partnership, Astria Learning will empower Makerere University to extend its academic excellence beyond geographical boundaries. Our mission is to ensure that students in Uganda and across the globe can access world-class education that is flexible, affordable, and future-ready.โ€

๐”๐ง๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐ž๐œ๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž
Prof. Anthony Muwagga Mugagga, Principal of the College of Education and External Studies (CEES), described the meeting as a milestone:

โ€œThis was an inception meeting between Makerere University and Astria Learning to kickstart the debate of a possible collaboration. The Vice Chancellor met Astria Learning during an official visit to Zambia, and the idea emerged from there. The concept reflects the emergence of new study spaces, with AI and robotics becoming integral to modern pedagogy. Makerereโ€™s 2020โ€“2030 Strategic Plan is research-led, and technology-driven learning is now unavoidable.โ€

๐ƒ๐ซ๐ข๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐€๐Ÿ๐ซ๐ข๐œ๐šโ€™๐ฌ ๐‡๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ž๐ซ ๐„๐๐ฎ๐œ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐…๐จ๐ซ๐ฐ๐š๐ซ๐
The Astria Learning and Makerere University initiative reflects a bold step towards reimagining how African universities can embrace digital learning, foster innovation, and expand access to quality higher education for diverse learners.

๐€๐›๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐€๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ข๐š ๐‹๐ž๐š๐ซ๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ 
Astria Learning is a global education technology company that partners with universities around the world to design and deliver innovative eLearning solutions, including eCampuses, digital libraries, and customized online platforms. With a focus on accessibility, affordability, and academic excellence.

Priti Roychoudhury
Astria Learning
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