The Association of African Universities (AAU) is seeking full diplomatic status in recognition of its outstanding contributions to Africa’s higher education and research landscape.
This was disclosed during a high-level meeting between the leadership of the AAU and Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, at her office.
The AAU, founded on the pan-African vision of Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, has grown into a leading platform for academic collaboration, with a membership of more than 450 universities across 46 countries.
The Association’s leadership expressed appreciation to the Government of Ghana for its sustained support, particularly during Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s tenure as Minister for Education, which facilitated the development of the AAU’s permanent headquarters and strengthened its institutional capacity.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang reaffirmed her commitment to the AAU’s mission and urged its leadership to intensify public and stakeholder engagement to highlight the impactful work being undertaken by the Association.
She emphasised the need for the AAU to further amplify its contributions to higher education and research across the continent, thereby strengthening its advocacy role and influence.
The meeting underscored the AAU’s pursuit of excellence in promoting education, research, and knowledge-sharing across Africa, with its quest for full diplomatic status expected to enhance its global standing and operational effectiveness.
“Ghana remains committed to supporting the AAU’s mission to transform the continent’s academic landscape,” the Vice President stated.
Source: myxyzonline.com
