The Africa Forum at the Balsillie School of International Affairs, in collaboration with the Centre for International Governance Innovation, is hosting a dynamic conversation on higher education reform in Africa, bringing together experts in higher education policy, post-colonial studies, African development and distance-learning innovation.
Drawing on practical insights from the Pan-African University Institute for Governance, Humanities and Social Sciences and Distance Education for Africa, the discussion will explore how technology, governance and policy intersect to reshape African universities, showcasing practical EdTech solutions while spotlighting challenges such as limited infrastructure, lingering colonial structures and the digital divide. By examining workforce education initiatives designed to close skills gaps and promote gender equity, this exchange will highlight pathways toward equitable, future-ready institutions in alignment with the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the Continental Education Strategy for Africa.
