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Sep 09

Practicum project: connecting patients to hospitals

A team of CMU-Africa students spent their final semester on a practicum, working with Keytogo Group Inc., creating a framework for an app which allows individuals to access doctors anywhere and any time.

Sep 03

Hackathon produces tech uplifting agricultural workers

Student teams from nine Rwandan universities tackled current agricultural challenges through engineering during a one-day Carnegie Mellon University Africa-hosted hackathon.

Aug 31

Industry partners, insightful speakers inspire EESC members

Networking with industry leaders, internships, and touring thriving businesses are only some of the opportunities members of the Energy and Embedded Systems Club at CMU-Africa experience.

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    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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    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

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