The University of Kigali, Rwanda will be hosting its 2nd International Conference from July 20-24, 2026 at the University of Kigali Campus, Rwanda, East Africa. The Conference theme is "Fostering Innovation in Higher Education Institutions for African Transformation". This conference aims at exploring innovative approaches in higher education that can drive meaningful transformation across the African continent.
The International Conference brings together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners to explore innovation in higher education and its role in African transformation.
This year's conference focuses on fostering innovation within higher education institutions, highlighting Africa's unique potential and challenges in transforming education for sustainable development and societal advancement.
Explore diverse perspectives on sustainability and innovation across multiple domains
Leveraging digital technologies to enhance teaching, research, and institutional operations across African higher education institutions.
Designing adaptive, skills-based curricula that prepare students for emerging career opportunities and future economic demands.
Building collaborative research frameworks that address Africa's unique challenges and drive sustainable socio-economic development.
Establishing robust quality frameworks and standards to ensure academic excellence and institutional competitiveness in evolving contexts.
Exploring diversified funding mechanisms and sustainable business models to support innovation in resource-constrained environments.
Ensuring that innovation benefits all stakeholders by removing barriers and promoting inclusive participation across diverse communities.
Strengthening continental partnerships and knowledge-sharing platforms to amplify collective impact and scholarly exchange.
Implementing transformative teaching methodologies that prioritize active learning, critical thinking, and student engagement.
Fostering dynamic partnerships between academia and industry to drive innovation, job creation, and technology transfer.
Developing visionary leadership and effective governance structures that champion change and strategic institutional transformation.
Re-centering African perspectives, languages, and epistemologies in academic discourse and knowledge production.
Integrating environmental sustainability and climate action into institutional practices, research agendas, and academic programs.
Explore moments from our university and past events
Five days of engaging sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities
Submit your research and contribute to the discourse on Sustainability, Green Innovation and Education
The University of Kigali cordially invites researchers, academics, practitioners, and students to submit abstracts for presentation at our International Conference 2026.
"Sustainability, Green Innovation and Education: The African Perspective"
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