Inclusive digital growth through collaboration
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6 university members
Afretec will soon grow to include 10 technology-focused universities from across the continent.
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More than 220,000 students across 5 countries
The pan-African network includes representation from Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, and South Africa and has a strong connection to the United States.
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100 languages/200 cultures
A diverse partnership that will develop the next generation of skilled educators, researchers, engineers, and technologists -
Serving a population more than 200 million
The network will provide a platform for its members to engage in deep collaboration that drives inclusive digital growth in Africa.
Seminars & Events
News mentions
The American University in Cairo
Sustainable shopping app wins Afretec competition
Three students studying finance at the American University in Cairo won an Afretec-sponsored competition that challenged over 200 participants from 14 African countries to promote sustainability using technology tools. The team, composed of juniors Salma Afifi, Jumana Elhefnawy, and Maya Abu Shahba, created an app called ScanHa, which invites shoppers to learn how sustainable an item is by scanning its barcode and offering eco-friendly alternatives.
The New Times
Afretec commits to enhancing collaborations for research advancement
A recent workshop, hosted by the University of Rwanda, emphasized the importance of collaborating across disciplines and beyond regional borders. Speakers highlighted the need to involve policymakers in discussions on research and innovation, as well as the importance of addressing societal challenges through impactful actions.
University of the Witwatersrand
Afretec gender in STEM workshop
Hosted by the University of Rwanda and CMU-Africa, the Afretec Gender in STEM workshop took place from February 19-24, 2024.
The New Times
Afretec supports 400 trainees at skill-building workshop
Roughly 400 trainees gathered for a workshop at the University of Rwanda to build their emerging technology skills. The Afretec member institution offered activities focused on topics like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and embedded systems and programming.