Africa's Universities Driving Development | RUFORUM AGM 2026

More than 1,100 delegates from 40 countries gathered in Gaborone, Botswana, for the 21st RUFORUM Annual General Meeting, one of Africa's leading platforms for higher education, research, and agricultural innovation. Hosted under the theme "Positioning Africa's universities and the higher education sectors to effectively impact development processes across the continent," the event brought together university leaders, policymakers, researchers, development partners, and young innovators to explore solutions to some of Africa's greatest challenges. This highlights film captures the conversations, partnerships, innovations, and shared commitment to building a more resilient, inclusive, and prosperous Africa through higher education and research. #RUFORUM #HigherEducation #Africa #Innovation #Research #Agriculture #Development #Botswana