CMU-Africa

A top-ranked institution

College of Engineering: #7

U.S. News & World Report, 2025
Computer Engineering: #4

U.S. News & World Report, 2025
Electrical Engineering: #8

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Master’s programs

Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering (MS ECE) →

Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) →

Master of Science in Engineering Artificial Intelligence (MS EAI) →

News

May 12

Today’s Women in Tech are tomorrow’s pioneers

The Women in Tech Club is one of the most active and involved student organizations at CMU-Africa, striving to highlight and promote women working in technology spaces.

May 09

The Industry Innovation Lab boosts new tech entrepreneurs

Meet the 2025 cohort of entrepreneurs in CMU-Africa’s Industry Innovation Lab business incubation program.

May 08

Carnegie Mellon University re-designated as a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity for Cyber Research through 2029 and Cyber Operations through 2030 Opens in new window

Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) has once again earned two national distinctions from the National Center for Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C): Cyber Research (CAE-R) and Cyber Operations (CAE-CO). This program, managed by the National Security Agency (NSA), recognizes colleges and universities that uphold the highest standards for cybersecurity education and academic excellence.

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Research thrusts

Cybersecurity

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

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

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

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.