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News

Apr 16

Community & connectivity, around the globe

On his journey to learn everything he can about distributed networks, Mike Mwanje (MSIT ’25) picked up some insights on the value of global connections as a CMU-Pittsburgh exchange student.

Mar 31

CMU-Africa and UR hold collaborative research symposium

CMU-Africa and UR leadership, faculty, and students met to identify common research goals and outline a roadmap for impactful academic collaborations during a two-day symposium held in March.

Mar 28

Strengthening diaspora connections through talent, industry, and research

CMU-Africa connects with the U.S. Rwandan Ambassador, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and NASA.

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Research thrusts

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    Cybersecurity

    CMU-Africa is developing context-aware security and privacy solutions for a more resilient African cyberspace. Learn more

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    Energy and mobility

    The future of energy and mobility can learn from current African examples. Our study of the context and drivers helps us identify new challenges and opportunities. Learn more

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    Information and communications technology

    CMU-Africa is a regional ICT center of excellence educating future leaders from all over Africa, who will use their hands-on skills and knowledge to advance technology innovation and grow businesses. Learn more

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    AI and robotics

    Faculty and students are working to obtain a deeper understanding of complex systems and leverage sustainable AI-based solutions, such as robotics, for assisting people and improving productivity. Learn more

    • Driving impact across Africa

    • Graduating global technology leaders

      Producing critical, locally relevant innovations and globally competitive talent

    • Convening a continent-wide network for digital transformation

      Leading a pan-African network of technology-focused universities to drive inclusive digital transformation on the continent through research, education, and entrepreneurship

    • Research to solve African problems

      Creating digital knowledge to expand technology development and job-creating innovation

    • Entrepreneurship to create new businesses and industries

      Supporting entrepreneurship and job growth in Africa’s technology sectors, in collaboration with higher education, industry, and government.

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