The Learning Circles of the Maputo Fast Forward Festival (MFF) 2026 will provide spaces for dialogue and reflection on the impact of technology on society, addressing topics such as artificial intelligence, education, the future of work and gender relations. The ninth edition of the festival takes place in Maputo from 23 October to 1 November.
Designed as dynamic, inclusive and interactive sessions, the Learning Circles aim to explore the festival’s themes in greater depth through the exchange of experiences and perspectives among participants from different fields.
Among the several sessions taking place throughout the festival’s ten days, the 23 October meeting will bring together technological experiences from Benin, Brazil and the “Black Atlantic”, featuring contributions from Michael Swierczynski, Laeïla Adjovi, Joséphine Derobe and MansA, from France.
On 27 October, the discussion “Envisioning the Future of Education in the Technological Ecosystem” will bring together Nuno Soares and representatives of Girl Move Academy and EduGame, moderated by João Graça. The following day, Ruth Castel-Branco and Valquíria Pondja, moderated by Nélio Macombo, will discuss “The Future of Work and Generation Z”.
On 29 October, the session “Conducting Research in the Age of AI: Practices and Ethics” will bring together Elcídio Macuacua, Elídio Mendes, Maunde Araújo, Maria de Lurdes Mangueleze and Énia Lipanga, moderated by Uacitissa Mandamule.
The programme also includes the theme “Misogynistic Mirror: Gender and Algorithms”, furthering reflection on the social implications of digital technologies and the challenges posed by artificial intelligence.
Through this initiative, MFF seeks to encourage critical thinking and active public participation in discussions about the challenges and possibilities of digital futures.
