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Producing locally relevant innovations and globally competitive tech talent
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Developing a digital knowledge creation ecosystem
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Fostering a startup technology ecosystem across Africa
Collaborative research
Building research capacity
Afretec Network awards $2.3M in research grants
Each multi-institutional team will build on science, engineering, and technology in disciplines such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, information technology, and cybersecurity. The projects are particularly focused on improving the state of health, environment and sustainability, and energy in Africa. Learn more
Seminars & Events
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Jan 1 - Jun 30 2026
Afretec
She Can in ICT
This is a specialized training initiative designed to empower women with promising project ideas in the field of information and communication technology.
The American University in Cairo
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May 4-29 2026
Afretec
University of Rwanda Certifications Program
The University of Rwanda
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May 16 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM CAT
Afretec
She Innovate: Girls Leading the Digital Future
A comprehensive educational program designed to cultivate technological and entrepreneurial skills in young girls in Senegal, stimulating their interest and participation in STEM fields
Université Cheikh Anta Diop
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May 25-29 2026
Afretec
Entrepreneurship Development Impact Program for Students and Faculty
A rigorous train-the-trainer initiative designed to transform African faculty members into expert mentors
University of Lagos
News mentions
University of Lagos
UNILAG secures top honors at innovation summit
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) demonstrated its leadership in African innovation by securing top honors at the 2026 Pathways to Opportunities Summit in Kigali, Rwanda, hosted by CMU-Africa’s Innovation Hub.
University of the Witwatersrand
Wits students win Afretec makerthon
Postgraduate students from the University of Witwatersrand won the bronze prize at the AFRETEC Makerthon designed to bring together young minds and create entrepreneurial solutions. In addition the student have been invited to join Carnegie Mellon University Africa’s Innovation Hub Business Incubation Program.
Carnegie Mellon University Africa
Afretec Network Conference focuses on innovation and collaboration
Innovation and collaboration were the focus of the annual conference of the African Engineering Technology Network held from October 20-October 22, 2025, in Dakar, Senegal. The event was hosted by Université Cheikh Anta Diop.
The New Times
How CMU-Africa, UR's Bridge Program is boosting students' STEM expertise
Carnegie Mellon University Africa and the University of Rwanda have launched a bridge program to equip undergraduate students with practical STEM and communication skills, aiming to enhance employability and work readiness.