Inclusive digital growth through collaboration
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8 university members
Afretec will grow to include 10 technology-focused universities from across the continent.
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More than 220,000 students across 7 countries
The pan-African network includes representation from Egypt, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, 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
University of the Witwatersrand
Faculty Enrichment Workshop Held at AUC
The workshop took place from January 27- 28, 2025 at the American University of Cairo (AUC) in Cairo, Egypt, and focused on curriculum transformation and pedagogical strategies.
The New Times
The Afretec Network annual conference featured in the New Times
The Afretec Network annual conference took place in Kigali on January 20-21, bringing together university leaders, organizations, and technology innovators from across the continent to explore the theme "Inclusive Digital Growth through Collaboration".
University of the Witwatersrand
Afretec collaborates with the Wits Innovation Centre for workshop
The African Engineering and Technology Network partnered with the Wits Innovation Centre for a workshop to increase academia and industry collaboration.
University of Nairobi
The University of Nairobi hosts DEI workshop
The University of Nairobi hosted a two-day Afretec workshop on the Knowledge Creation Pillar on Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity.