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SUMMARY:The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Community of Practice (COP)
DESCRIPTION:Date: Friday\, 20th February\, 2026\n\nTime: 12:00 GMT\n\nDescription: The Entrepreneurship and Innovation Community of Practice (COP)\, following its successful kick-off meeting\, has convened a series of technical and peer-learning discussions aimed at generating evidence-based insights to inform the development of a comprehensive policy brief on strengthening entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystems.\nThese engagements have brought together stakeholders from academia\, the private sector\, incubators and innovation hubs\, government institutions\, and development partners to share practical experiences\, identify systemic gaps\, and highlight scalable solutions that support inclusive and sustainable innovation-driven growth.\nThis final webinar marks a key milestone of the COP process and will serve as a platform to validate key findings\, consolidate stakeholder perspectives\, and refine priority recommendations that will feed into the final policy brief. The session will focus on translating dialogue into actionable policy guidance that supports stronger multi-stakeholder collaboration\, knowledge exchange\, and ecosystem strengthening across regions.\nThe webinar will bring together COP members\, technical experts\, and ecosystem actors to ensure the policy brief reflects practical realities\, emerging trends\, and strategic opportunities within entrepreneurship and innovation systems.
URL:https://aau.org/event/the-entrepreneurship-and-innovation-community-of-practice-cop/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Vice Chancellors Forum
DESCRIPTION:Vice Chancellors Forum \nPMA/AAU TV
URL:https://aau.org/event/vice-chancellors-forum/
LOCATION:Association of African Universities House\, Trinity Avenue\, Accra\, 233\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:AI & Higher Education: Capabilities\, Use Cases and Institutional Strategies
DESCRIPTION:AI & Higher Education: Capabilities\, Use Cases and Institutional Strategies \nPMA/AAU TV
URL:https://aau.org/event/ai-higher-education-capabilities-use-cases-and-institutional-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260204T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T095250Z
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SUMMARY:Accelerating Medical Research in Africa
DESCRIPTION:The first series of the AAU – Taylor & Francis webinar series – “Accelerating Medical Research in Africa.”.\n\nThe first session is tailored for researchers in medicine and healthcare and explores how preprints are accelerating medical and healthcare research across Sub-Saharan Africa through faster dissemination\, greater visibility\, and global collaboration. The session will include the following:\n\n\nUnderstanding preprints and their role in medical and healthcare research\nUsing Open Research Africa and VeriXiv to share and amplify your work\nDebunking common preprint myths and live Q&A\n\n\nWebinar Details\nDate: Wednesday\, 4 February 2026\nTime: 11:00 AM- 12:30 PM (GMT)\nRegistration Link: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7347793669106158170
URL:https://aau.org/event/accelerating-medical-research-in-africa/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260204T170000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Preprints in Medicine and Healthcare: Navigating Medical Research & Leveraging Preprints for Impact
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Preprints in Medicine and Healthcare: Navigating Medical Research & Leveraging Preprints for Impact \nPMA/AAU TV
URL:https://aau.org/event/the-power-of-preprints-in-medicine-and-healthcare-navigating-medical-research-leveraging-preprints-for-impact/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260129T170000
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SUMMARY:2nd Edition of the Positioning Your University for Global Visibility Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Date: 27th – 29th January 2026 \n \nVenue:  Lusaka\, Zambia\n\n\nRegistration fee: US$700 per person for participants from AAU member institutions and US$800 per person for those from non-AAU member institutions.\n\nTo confirm your participation\, kindly register by 19th December 2025 via this link https://indico.aau.org/event/12/
URL:https://aau.org/event/2nd-edition-of-the-positioning-your-university-for-global-visibility-workshop/
LOCATION:Lusaka\, Zambia\, Zambia
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260123T130000
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SUMMARY:International Day of Education 2026 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Theme: The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education: An African Imperative\nHost: Association of African Universities (AAU)\nKnowledge Partner: Afrobarometer\nDate: January 23\, 2026\, | Time: 11:00 – 13:00 GMT | Format: Virtual\n\n\nRationale and Background\n\n\nThe Association of African Universities (AAU)\, representing over 450 member institutions\, will host a pivotal webinar to mark the 2026 International Day of Education. This event directly engages with UNESCO’s global theme\, “The Power of Youth in Co-Creating Education”. \nAfrica’s defining demographic reality – the world’s youngest and fastest-growing population\, with over 400 million young people poised to enter the workforce in the coming decades\, presents an unprecedented opportunity and imperative for development. However\, despite improved access to education\, systemic gaps persist. Data indicates that 45% of African youth (18-25) are unemployed\, citing a lack of relevant skills and experience\, while civic engagement is declining. This underscores a critical disconnect between education systems and the realities of youth aspiration\, employability\, and agency. \nConcurrently\, the digital transformation of education offers both a promise and peril. While digital tools can revolutionize learning\, disparities in access risk entrenching inequality\, and passive consumption of external platforms threatens African knowledge sovereignty. This webinar is therefore a strategic intervention. It moves beyond diagnosis to action\, positing that African youth must be active architects\, not just beneficiaries\, of their educational future. It aligns with AAU’s core mission to advance quality\, relevant higher education and the continental agenda for socio-economic transformation. \nWebinar Objectives: \n\nTo present Afrobarometer’s data on youth education\, employment\, and civic engagement as an evidence base for action.\nTo facilitate a solutions-oriented\, intergenerational dialogue between youth\, educators\, policymakers\, and industry.\nTo identify concrete\, actionable pathways for integrating youth voice into policy\, curriculum development\, and institutional governance.\nTo formulate clear recommendations for stakeholders to foster inclusive\, youth-centric education ecosystems.\n\n  \n\n\nMethodology\, Format\, and Agenda\n\n\nThe webinar will employ a 2-hour\, virtual format to ensure broad\, continental accessibility while fostering focused\, interactive discussion. The flow is designed to progress from context-setting through a keynote presentation\, to data insights\, then to practical dialogue\, concluding with a clear call to action. \nProposed Agenda \n\n\n\nTime (GMT)\nSession\nKey Participants & Content Focus\n\n\n\n\n11:00 – 11:10\nOpening Session: A Continental Imperative\nWelcome by AAU & Afrobarometer representatives Contextualising the theme within Africa’s demographic and developmental agenda\n\n\n11:10 – 11:30\nKeynote: Reimagining Education with Youth as Architects\nProf. Olusola B. Oyewole\, AAU Secretary-General. Sets vision for youth-led innovation\, digital justice\, and transformative education.\n\n\n11:30 – 11:50\nData Spotlight: The Voice of African Youth\nPresentation of key findings on education\, employment\, digital access\, and civic attitudes\, grounding discussion in evidence – Afrobarometer\n\n\n11:50 – 12:30\nHigh Level Panel: Blueprints for Co-Creation\nModerated dialogue exploring models for curriculum reform\, governance inclusion\, and skills for the future.\n\n\n12:30 -12:50\nQuestion and Answer Session\nParticipants contributions to the discussions and engagement session\n\n\n12:50 – 1:00\nOfficial Closing & Call to Action: The AAU Roadmap\nPresentation of consolidated recommendations and AAU’s actionable frameworks for stakeholder commitment.\n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nTarget Stakeholders and Partners\n\n\nPrimary Partners: \n\nLead Organizer: Association of African Universities (AAU)\nKnowledge Partner: Afrobarometer\n\nTarget Audience:\nThis event is designed for a multi-sectoral\, intergenerational audience crucial for systemic change: \n\nUniversity Leadership: Vice-Chancellors\, Deputy Vice-Chancellors\, and Deans from AAU’s network\, who can implement institutional reforms.\nStudents & Youth Leaders: Representatives from national student unions and youth innovation hubs\, whose direct experience is vital for co-creation.\nPolicy Makers: Officials from Ministries of Education\, Youth\, ICT\, and the African Union Commission\, who shape the enabling policy environment.\nDevelopment & Private Partners: Representatives from development agencies\, and the EdTech/telecommunications sector\, who provide essential resources and partnership.\n\n\n\nExpected Outcomes and Impact\n\n\nThe webinar is designed to yield tangible outputs that extend beyond the event itself: \n\nA Policy Brief: A concise\, public document summarizing the data insights and panel recommendations for universities and governments.\nStrengthened Advocacy & Network: An amplified continental conversation using official hashtags (#EducationDay\, #PowerOfYouth) and the activation of a community of practice under the AAU to champion this agenda.\nActionable Roadmap: Clear next steps aligned with AAU’s strategic frameworks\, to guide post-webinar action.\n\n\n\nLogistical Details\n\n\n\nDate & Time: January 23\, 2026\, 11:00 – 13: GMT.\nPlatform: Primary virtual platform via Zoom.\nPromotion: Through AAU channels (website\, newsletter\, social media @AAU_67) and partners’ networks (Afrobarometer).\nRegistration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ci36Qdk1S8uCtoAUQT-YKg \n\n  \n  \n\n\nReferences\n\n\n\nUNESCO. (2026). *International Day of Education 2026 global event: The power of youth in co-creating education*. UNESCO. Retrieved from https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/international-day-education-2026-global-event-power-youth-co-creating-education]\nAfrobarometer. (2023) Africa’s youth: More educated\, less employed\, still unheard in policy and development. Afrobarometer. Retrieved from https://www.afrobarometer.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/AD734-PAP3-Africas-youth-More-educated-less-employed-still-unheard-Afrobarometer-13nov23.pdf\nAssociation of African Universities (AAU). (2025\, November 4). AAU Advocates for Digital Justice at Global Higher Education Forum in China. AAU. Retrieved from https://aau.org/2025/11/aau-advocates-for-digital-justice-at-global-higher-education-forum-in-china/]\nUNESCO. (2026\, January 9). How you can join the International Day of Education 2026. UNESCO. Retrieved from https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/how-you-can-join-international-day-education-2026]\nUnited Nations. (n.d.). International Day of Education. United Nations. Retrieved from https://www.un.org/en/observances/education-day]\nAssociation of African Universities (AAU). (2025\, July 25). Press Release – AAU 16th General Conference Charts Bold Future for African Higher Education. AAU. Retrieved from https://aau.org/2025/07/press-release-aau-16th-general-conference-charts-bold-future-for-african-higher-education/]
URL:https://aau.org/event/international-day-of-education-2026-webinar/
LOCATION:Association of African Universities House\, Trinity Avenue\, Accra\, 233\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Safety and Security in African Universities - University of Venda
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/workshop-on-safety-and-security-in-african-universities-university-of-venda/
LOCATION:south africa\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251110T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T095122Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Africa Universities' Day
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URL:https://aau.org/event/2025-africa-universities-day/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Internationalization within the African Higher Education Context – Looking Ahead
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/webinar-internationalization-within-the-african-higher-education-context-looking-ahead/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Conference: Responsible Use of AI and Emerging Technologies in Higher Education: Bridging African and Diasporan Perspectives (1 - 3 October)
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URL:https://aau.org/event/conference-responsible-use-of-ai-and-emerging-technologies-in-higher-education-bridging-african-and-diasporan-perspectives-1-3-october/
LOCATION:Namibia\, Namibia
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250923T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T170000
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SUMMARY:Capacity Building Workshop for University Registrars and Administrators
DESCRIPTION:Algiers\, Algeria
URL:https://aau.org/event/capacity-building-workshop-for-university-registrars-and-administrators/
LOCATION:Algeria\, Algeria
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20250917T170000
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CREATED:20250901T093726Z
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SUMMARY:Online Symposium connecting HBCUs and African Higher Education Institutions
DESCRIPTION:Online symposium between Historic African Diaspora Placement Program (HADIP)\, Association of African Universities (AAU)\, and United Negro College Fund (UNCF)\, scheduled for September 17\, 2025\, via Zoom at 10:00 AM EST | 3:00 PM WAT | 4:00 PM CAT (GMT+2). \nRegistration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1gTt_dKrQv2QfbW_CBuajw#/registration \nDownload the Concept Note
URL:https://aau.org/event/online-symposium-connecting-hbcus-and-african-higher-education-institutions/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250909T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250912T170000
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CREATED:20250528T124217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T124217Z
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SUMMARY:Media Masterclass for Higher Education Institutions
DESCRIPTION:Be part of Africa’s educational revolution in the Media landscape.\n\nAre you a Media Professional in a university\, a University & College Student in Media Programs\, or a University Communications Officer?\n\nEquip your university with the critical skills needed to navigate\, create\, and evaluate digital content effectively by signing up for the AAU TV’s 4-Day Media Masterclass from September 9 – 12\, 2025\, at the AAU Secretariat in Accra.\n\nUse this link: https://forms.office.com/r/ThB0H6pTXc to register\n\nUse this link:  https://pay.aau.org/media-masterclass for Payment\n\nRegistration Fees:  $300\n\nContact: +233 266296601 / +233 203995210\n\nEmail: jkornor@aau.org / aehottor@aau.org
URL:https://aau.org/event/media-masterclass-for-higher-education-institutions/
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250903T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250903T170000
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CREATED:20250210T141553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T141553Z
UID:6049-1756886400-1756918800@aau.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Internationalization and Sustainability Policy and Practice in African Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/webinar-internationalization-and-sustainability-policy-and-practice-in-african-higher-education/
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250721T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T141144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T141144Z
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SUMMARY:Conference: 16th AAU General Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/conference-16th-aau-general-conference/
LOCATION:Morocco\, Morocco
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250718T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250528T124815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T124815Z
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SUMMARY:ICT Directors Workshop 2025 in Morrocco
DESCRIPTION:Pre-Conference IT Workshop for ICT Directors of AAU Member Universities  \nTheme: Strengthening Cybersecurity\, AI Integration\, and EdTech Adoption in African Higher Education Institutions  \nOrganized by: Association of African Universities (AAU)  \nCybersecurity Component Facilitated by: Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST)  \n  \nBackground  \nAs digital transformation accelerates in African higher education institutions (HEIs)\, there is an urgent need to strengthen institutional capacity in the areas of cybersecurity\, artificial intelligence (AI)\, and educational technology (EdTech). In addition\, HEIs need a better understanding of internet governance and how they can shape global internet policies to reflect the African academic perspective.  \nTo address these priorities\, the Association of African Universities (AAU) is convening a Pre-Conference IT Workshop for ICT Directors from AAU member universities ahead of the 16th AAU General Conference in Rabat\, Morocco. The workshop is designed to build hands-on capacity\, foster collaboration\, and introduce global best practices in cybersecurity\, AI\, EdTech\, and internet governance.  \nThe cybersecurity component of this workshop will be delivered by the Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams (FIRST)—a globally recognized leader in cybersecurity coordination and incident response.  \n  \nObjectives of the Workshop  \n\nEquip ICT leaders with critical knowledge and hands-on skills in cybersecurity\, including setting up institutional Computer Security Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs). \nIntroduce AI and EdTech solutions that support academic and administrative innovation in HEIs. \nPromote academic participation in global internet governance through the School of Internet Governance for Academia\, with a focus on ICANN\, policy development\, and digital rights. \nStrengthen regional networks among ICT leaders to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing. \nSupport institutional digital transformation by connecting HEIs to international initiatives such as the Coalition for Digital Africa and Universal Acceptance. \n\n  \n\nTarget Participants \n\nThe workshop targets ICT Directors\, Chief Information Officers (CIOs)\, and Heads of IT Units from AAU member universities.   \n  \n\nRegistration \n\nhttps://forms.office.com/r/ftyK8ktQxH  \nRegistration Fee (Preconference Workshop and General Conference participation) – USD 700  \nRegistration Fee (Preconference Workshop alone): USD500  \n  \nPayment Link: https://pay.aau.org/workshop-for-ict-directors-rabat-2025   \n  \nTentative Schedule  \nDate Activity  \n18 July 2025 Arrival of participants in Rabat\, Morocco  \n19 July 2025 Cybersecurity Training (Day 1) – Facilitated by FIRST: Understanding the cybersecurity environment\, Introduction to CSIRTs\, Making the case for CSIRTs in HEIs\, Coordination of incidents\, CSIRT development  \n20 July 2025 Cybersecurity Training (Day 2) – Facilitated by FIRST: Incident management and handling\, Operations frameworks\, Threat intelligence\, Secure communications (TLP)\, Tabletop Exercise (TTX)  \n21 July 2025 Participation in AAU General Conference – Opening Ceremony  \n22 July 2025 EdTech/AI/Universal Acceptance: Digital learning trends\, Practical AI tools in academia\, Introduction to Universal Acceptance (UA)\, Coalition for Digital Africa  \n23 July 2025 School of Internet Governance for Academia: Understanding the ICANN ecosystem\, Policy development processes\, Academic engagement and representation in internet governance  \n24 July 2025 ICT Directors Side Event (To be confirmed): Strategic planning discussions\, collaborative project development\, regional peer networking  \n25 July 2025 AAU General Conference Plenary & Closing / Departure  \n  \nConclusion  \nThis pre-conference workshop is a strategic investment in the digital future of African higher education. By engaging with global experts such as FIRST and exploring emerging areas like AI\, EdTech\, and internet governance\, ICT Directors will gain practical skills and strategic insight to transform their institutions.  \nAAU encourages its member universities to nominate their ICT Directors to participate in this unique opportunity for capacity-building\, collaboration\, and leadership in the digital transformation of African academia.  \n  \nContact Information:  \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Mr. Abdul Manaf Sulemana at amsulemana@aau.org or +233267107410. Kindly also copy fasefuah@aau.org 
URL:https://aau.org/event/ict-directors-workshop-2025-in-morrocco/
LOCATION:Morocco\, Morocco
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250602T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T140525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T140525Z
UID:6043-1748851200-1749229200@aau.org
SUMMARY:Conference:  Conference on Capacity Development for African Universities’ Finance Directors\, Bursars\, and Internal Auditors in African Higher Education Institutions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/conference-conference-on-capacity-development-for-african-universities-finance-directors-bursars-and-internal-auditors-in-african-higher-education-institutions/
LOCATION:Nottingham\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/finance.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T135704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T135704Z
UID:6041-1747123200-1747328400@aau.org
SUMMARY:Enhancing Global Engagement: Workshop on Internationalization\, Management\, Protocol\, and Diplomacy
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/enhancing-global-engagement-workshop-on-internationalization-management-protocol-and-diplomacy/
LOCATION:Accra\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/global-reach.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T134846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T135902Z
UID:6035-1746518400-1746723600@aau.org
SUMMARY:Training Workshop: Positioning Your University for Global Visibility
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to enhance your university’s international reputation and attract global recognition? \nThe Association of African Universities (AAU) invites you to an exclusive three-day workshop designed to equip higher education institutions with the strategies and tools to enhance their global visibility. \n📅 Date: 6th – 8th May 2025\n📍 Venue: AAU Secretariat\, Accra\, Ghana\n💲 Fee: AAU Members – $700\, Non-Members – $800\n🔗 Registration Link: https://indico.aau.org/event/3/ \nGain expert insights\, network with key stakeholders\, and unlock global opportunities for your university.
URL:https://aau.org/event/training-workshop-positioning-your-university-for-global-visibility/
LOCATION:Accra\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/global-reach.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T135119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T135119Z
UID:6038-1746518400-1746550800@aau.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Internationalization Policy in African Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/webinar-internationalization-policy-in-african-higher-education/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/policy.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250407T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250408T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T134535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T134535Z
UID:6031-1744012800-1744131600@aau.org
SUMMARY:Conference: Leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area for Higher Education Integration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/conference-leveraging-the-african-continental-free-trade-area-for-higher-education-integration/
LOCATION:Cameroon\, Cameroon
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/trade.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250401T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250704T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250213T095012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T095012Z
UID:6074-1743494400-1751648400@aau.org
SUMMARY:SEADE Soft Landing Program
DESCRIPTION:Activity: SEADE Soft Landing Program (Workshop)\nDate: 1st April – 4th July 2025\nVenue: Accra Ghana\nCoordinating Unit: DRAP
URL:https://aau.org/event/seade-soft-landing-program/
LOCATION:Accra\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/administrator.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250327T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250213T094324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T094324Z
UID:6072-1743062400-1743094800@aau.org
SUMMARY:Unlocking New Opportunities with EiA (Empowering Universities & Researchers in Ghana)
DESCRIPTION:Activity: Unlocking New Opportunities with EiA (Empowering Universities & Researchers in Ghana)\nDate: 27th March\nVenue: Accra Ghana\nCoordinating Unit: DRAP
URL:https://aau.org/event/unlocking-new-opportunities-with-eia-empowering-universities-researchers-in-ghana/
LOCATION:Accra\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/laboratory-research.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250318T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250320T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T132947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T132947Z
UID:6025-1742284800-1742490000@aau.org
SUMMARY:Revival and Refocusing of Security Departments in African Universities and Colleges in the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/revival-and-refocusing-of-security-departments-in-african-universities-and-colleges-in-the-21st-century/
LOCATION:Mauritius\, Mauritius
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Picture-BUC-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250304
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T131623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T131623Z
UID:6023-1741046400-1741132799@aau.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Internationalization within the African Higher Education Context
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/webinar-internationalization-within-the-african-higher-education-context/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/handshake-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250220T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20250210T133706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T133706Z
UID:6028-1740038400-1740070800@aau.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Ethical Data Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/webinar-ethical-data-discussion-series/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/data-privacy.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241211T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20240205T154825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T154825Z
UID:5801-1733904000-1733936400@aau.org
SUMMARY:Global Summit on Diamond Open Access: Centering Social Justice to Advance Research as a Public Good
DESCRIPTION:University of Cape Town\, South Africa
URL:https://aau.org/event/global-summit-on-diamond-open-access-centering-social-justice-to-advance-research-as-a-public-good/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/handshake-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241126T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20240726T094954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240726T094954Z
UID:5953-1732608000-1732899600@aau.org
SUMMARY:Management Development (MADEV) Workshop for Academic Leaders
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://aau.org/event/management-development-madev-workshop-for-academic-leaders/
LOCATION:angola\, Angola
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Picture-BUC-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241122
DTSTAMP:20260417T140049
CREATED:20240808T084928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T084928Z
UID:5959-1731888000-1732233599@aau.org
SUMMARY:Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Institute of International Education (IIE)\nCarnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) Advisory Council Meeting
URL:https://aau.org/event/carnegie-african-diaspora-fellowship-program-cadfp-advisory-council-meeting/
LOCATION:Association of African Universities House\, Trinity Avenue\, Accra\, 233\, Ghana
CATEGORIES:Virtual,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://aau.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/University-of-Toronto-Africa-Partnership-Meeting-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR