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Short Learning Programme / Diplomacy for the 4IR in Africa
Short Learning Programme

Diplomacy for the 4IR in Africa

Instructor
Teacher

Prof Lisa Otto

Last updated

02 Feb, 2026

About Course

Description:

The learning programme equips African policymakers, legislators, and researchers with the skills to develop and implement effective 4IR strategies. It combines theoretical foundations with practical case studies from national and supranational experiences.
This learning programme attracts leading and emerging diplomats, policymakers, and NGO practitioners involved in 4IR-related fields. Addressing 4IR is crucial for African governments and organizations like the AU, SADC, and ECOWAS to achieve development, stability, and peace.

 

Admission Requirements:

Interested students need to have a NQF level 4 or matric certificate or equivalent. Those with three years of experience in a public service-related field or profession or civil society and the private sector will be given preference.

 

Course Curriculum

The 4IR and Diplomacy

•     Nature of the 4IR and its implications for Africa

•     Diplomacy and its implications for a successful transition to the 4IR in Africa

•     Foreign Policy Tools for the implementation of the 4IR in Africa

 

Your Instructors

Prof Lisa Otto

Prof Lisa Otto

Instructor

Course Dates

  • Enrollment Opens: Thursday, 01 Jan 2026
  • Enrollment Closes: Friday, 10 Jul 2026
  • Course Starts: Monday, 13 Jul 2026
  • Course Ends: Friday, 28 Aug 2026
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R 10830.00*

*2026 pricing.

This course includes:
Duration 5 weeks
Focus Area Sustainable and just economies
Accredited No
NQF Level n/a
Mode of Delivery Scheduled delivery — asynchronous & synchronous
Skill Level Intermediate
Start Date 7/13/2026