The University of Glasgow has announced honorary degrees to be conferred on distinguished individuals in recognition of their achievement in the fields of politics, arts, science and humanities. Among the recipients, is Prof. Ernest Aryeetey, Secretary-General of the African Research Universities Alliance.
By Ernest Aryeetey
The African Research Universities Alliance, or ARUA, indicated in its strategic plan (2022-27) its intention to assist member universities to produce 1,000 PhD graduates annually by the end of the plan period, up from the average of 200 that the universities have been doing.
The African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) is proud to announce the admission of Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique (UM6P) of Morocco as its newest full member. UM6P’s inclusion marks a significant milestone, as it becomes the 20th full member of the Alliance and the first from Northern Africa, bringing the total number of member universities to 23.
ARUA is currently searching for a Director of Training and Research Advocacy. This is a new position, and the successful candidate will be expected to take office as soon as possible.
ARUA is currently searching for a Director of Research and Research Management. This is a new position, and the successful candidate will be expected to take office as soon as possible.
ARUA and University of London have issued a statement signaling their intention to work together in developing cutting-edge research and graduate training. The signing ceremony took place at the University of Lagos on 14th November, 2023.
A colourful opening ceremony of the Fourth ARUA 2023 Biennial International Conference took place this morning at the Tayo Aderinokun Theatre at the University of Lagos.
The Conference brings together about 300 participants who are experts from universities, research institutions, government, industry, civil society organisations and stakeholders of ARUA. The theme for the Conference is: Reimagining the Future of Higher Education in Africa. University of Lagos is hosting the International Conference.
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The ARUA Board on the second day of its meeting elected Professor Sizwe Mabizela as in-coming Chairman of the ARUA Board. Prof. Mabizela, Vice-Chancellor of Rhodes University is currently the Vice Chair of the ARUA Board.
The ARUA Board meeting at the University of Lagos today, 14th November 2023, approved the appointment of Professor John Owusu Gyapong as the new Secretary-General. A former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Health and Allied Sciences, Ho, Ghana, Professor Gyapong will take over from Professor Ernest Aryeetey when he retires at the end of July 2024.
Vice-Chancellors of ARUA Member Universities are at the University of Lagos for a two-day meeting of the ARUA Board.