BY SOLOMON OKPO
A new international initiative aimed at revitalising the teaching and learning of Physics has been unveiled with the formation of the African-European Physics Teachers Forum (AEPTF), a collaborative platform bringing together educators, researchers and STEM stakeholders across two continents.
The forum, which is set to hold its inaugural foundation session, seeks to address longstanding challenges in Physics education through innovation, shared expertise and cross-border partnerships. Organisers say the initiative is designed to foster a more practical, student-centred approach to teaching while equipping learners with skills relevant to modern scientific and technological demands.
According to the founding leadership, AEPTF will serve as a hub for exchanging classroom strategies, teaching tools and research-driven methodologies, while also strengthening institutional collaborations between Africa and Europe.
The maiden meeting will focus on establishing the forum’s vision, mission and strategic direction, alongside outlining member roles and expectations. Participants are also expected to examine the current state of Physics education in their respective regions and identify key gaps requiring urgent intervention.
Speaking on the initiative, Founder and President, Timothy Otobong, described the forum as “a bold step toward redefining how Physics is taught and experienced,” emphasising the need for global cooperation in building the next generation of scientists and innovators.
Co-Founder and Director of Strategic Partnerships, Michael Kabichi, noted that the forum would prioritise actionable collaborations and sustainable programmes capable of delivering measurable impact in classrooms.
Beyond dialogue, AEPTF aims to roll out structured programmes, joint projects and implementation pathways that translate ideas into tangible outcomes for educators and students alike.
Organisers have extended an open invitation to teachers, researchers, STEM advocates and education partners to participate in the initiative, describing the forum as the beginning of a broader movement to reimagine Physics education through innovation, collaboration and shared purpose.
