AAU Comms Team

October 19, 2026

AAU@60: AAU Calls for Contributions to Diamond Jubilee Commemorative Publication

In 2027, the Association of African Universities (AAU) will celebrate its Diamond Jubilee, marking sixty years of service and impact across Africa’s higher education sector. To […]
October 12, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 2026 Africa Universities’ Day to Focus on Building Future-Ready African Universities

Accra, Ghana – 7 October 2026 – The Association of African Universities (AAU) invites higher education institutions across Africa and key stakeholders to join the 2026 […]
September 25, 2026

Sahel RELANCE Moves into Implementation as AAU Concludes Chad Hosting Agreement

Project office, implementation team and regional missions advance as RELANCE moves from foundations to delivery The Association of African Universities (AAU) has concluded a Hosting Agreement […]
September 24, 2026

AAU Celebrates Five African Institutions Recognised for Higher Education Transformation

Accra, Ghana | September 2026 The Association of African Universities (AAU) warmly congratulates the five inaugural laureates of the Africa Higher Education for Transformation (AHEFT) Prize, […]
September 16, 2026

Building Powerful University Brands: AAU Media Masterclass Equips Africa’s Higher Education Storytellers

“Excellence that is not visible may not receive the recognition, partnerships, resources and influence it deserves.” – AAU Secretary General, Prof. Olusola Bandele Oyewole In today’s […]
August 14, 2026

Press Release: CHINNOVA Awards USD 700,000 to 10 Climate and Health Research Projects Across West and Central Africa

Accra, Ghana, Friday, August 14, 2026 — Following a rigorous and highly competitive evaluation and selection process, the Association of African Universities (AAU) is pleased to […]
July 31, 2026

AfriQAN Elects New Executive Leadership to Drive Continental Quality Assurance Agenda

The African Quality Assurance Network (AfriQAN) has elected a new leadership team to steer the continental body through its next term, following the successful conclusion of […]