The University of Rwanda (UR), a public higher learning institution, exemplifies the transformative power of education in shaping societies. Established in 2013, UR emerged from the Government of Rwanda’s bold vision to unify the country’s fragmented higher education system into a single, world-class university.

University of Pretoria had its humble beginnings from a small house in 1908 with four professors and 32 students. Currently, it is one of South Africa’s largest research universities with a dynamic community of diverse students and staff, united by a vision to create a space where new ideas can flourish.

The University of Nigeria, commonly referred to as UNN, is a federal university located in Nsukka, Enugu State, Eastern part of Nigeria. Founded by Nnamdi Azikiwe in 1955 and formally opened on 7 October 1960, the University of Nigeria has three campuses in Enugu State– Nsukka, Enugu, and Ituku-Ozalla.

The University of Nairobi, a body corporate established by an Act of Parliament Cap 210 of the Laws of Kenya is the pioneer institution of university education in Kenya and the region.

The University of Mauritius is the oldest and biggest university in the country based on student enrolment and academic offerings. The public university’s main campus is located in Réduit, Moka.

Established over six decades ago, the University of Lagos has been a beacon of qualitative and research-oriented education for thousands of knowledge seekers who come to its domain from Nigeria and Abroad.

The University of KwaZulu-Natal was formed on 1 January 2004 as a result of the merger between the University of Durban-Westville and the University of Natal. The new university brings together the rich histories of both the former Universities.

The University of Kinshasa was established in 1954. From its inception, it was considered the largest and most renowned institution of higher learning in Central Africa and throughout sub-Saharan Africa due to its impressive infrastructure, the excellence of its programs, the level and scope of its research activities, and the quality of its facilities.

Established in 1948, the University of Ibadan, UI as it is fondly referred to, is the first University in Nigeria. Until 1962 when it became a full-fledged independent University, it was a College of the University of London in a special relationship scheme.

The University of Ghana, the premier university in Ghana, was founded as the University College of the Gold Coast by Ordinance on August 11, 1948 for the purpose of providing and promoting university education, learning and research.

The University of Dar es Salaam is the oldest and biggest public university in Tanzania.

University of Cape Town was formally established as a university in 1918 and is a community of exceptionally talented students, teachers and researchers – and a wide range of professional, administrative support and service staff – all of whom are committed to help change this world for the better.

The University of Cape Coast was established in October, 1962. On October 1, 1971, the College attained the status of a full and independent University, with the authority to confer its own degrees, diplomas and certificates by an Act of Parliament — The University of Cape Coast Act, 1971 [Act 390] and subsequently the University of Cape Coast Law, 1992 [PNDC Law 278].

Université Cheikh Anta Diop, formerly the University of Dakar was established on February 24, 1957.

University Mohammed VI Polytechnic is a Moroccan institution of higher education and research focused on innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.

For over a century, Stellenbosch University (SU) has been a catalyst for knowledge, innovation and transformation – serving as a true asset to South Africa, the continent and the world.

Located in Grahamstown in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, Rhodes is a small university which enjoys the distinction of having among the best undergraduate pass and graduation rates in South Africa, outstanding postgraduate success rates, and the best research output per academic staff member.

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife is one of three Universities established in Nigeria between 1961 and 1962 as a result of the report submitted to the Federal Government in September, 1960, by a Commission it appointed, to survey the needs of post-secondary and higher education in Nigeria over the next twenty years.

Established in 1922 as a humble technical school, Makerere University is one of the oldest and most prestigious English Universities in Africa. It expanded over the years to become a Center for Higher Education in East Africa in 1935.

The University of Science and Technology succeeded the Kumasi College of Technology which was established by a Government Ordinance on 6th October, 1951. It was however, opened formally on 22nd January, 1952 with 200 Teacher Training students to form the nucleus of the new College.

Eduardo Mondlane University (UEM) is a national public institution, the oldest higher education institution in Mozambique. It was founded on August 21, 1962, by Decree-Law No. 44530, under the name of General University Studies of Mozambique.

Addis Ababa University (AAU) is a pioneer university in Ethiopia, located in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia. It is the most prestigious national university and one of the best in Africa.

Wits University is renowned for its academic excellence, research and innovation, and commitment to social justice. Located in the economic hub of the continent, the University has been inextricably linked to the development of the City of Johannesburg for over 100 years.