The Forum will unite leaders from academia, industry, and government to explore the opportunities and challenges students face across Africa, including integrating entrepreneurship, future skills, and technology in education for sustainable development.

The unique and empowering event is organised alongside UPSA and will delve into how higher education can adapt and thrive in an era of rapid change, as well as solutions and opportunities related to AI, the economy and the future of work.

Ben Sowter, QS Senior Vice-President, said: "The QS Africa Forum is a pivotal and transformative event that unites leaders from universities, academia, industry, and government. Its mission is to foster collaboration, champion sustainability, and serve as a catalyst for innovation and thought leadership to tackle vital contemporary challenges. We would like to thank our hosts, UPSA, for their outstanding support in making this landmark event possible."

Professor Abednego F. O Amartey, Vice-Chancellor of UPSA, stated: "It is an honour to host the QS Africa Forum. The event offers an invaluable opportunity for the advancement of higher education across Africa and beyond, spotlighting the crucial role of educational institutions in nation-building and youth empowerment as a means of societal and technological progress."

The complete list of speakers is available at: Speakers | QS Africa Forum 2024.

To attend the Forum online or in-person, please register here. Members of the African Union are entitled to a free conference pass.

A full agenda can be found here.