CMU-Africa

A top-ranked institution

College of Engineering: #7

U.S. News & World Report, 2025
Electrical Engineering: #7

Electrical, Electronic, Communication
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Computer Engineering: #5

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Master’s programs

Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Master of Science in Information Technology
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Master of Science in Engineering Artificial Intelligence
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News

Oct 14

EPP students developed research, met with stakeholders in Rwanda

Three CMU Engineering and Public Policy students spent part of their summer conducting research at CMU-Africa. They collaborated with educators and stakeholders there to integrate their research with the needs and expertise of the local community, and to strengthen ties between students in Pittsburgh and Kigali.

Oct 10

A honeynet infrastructure to battle SMS scammers

Bernard Odartei Lamptey from CMU-Africa's Upanzi Network hopes to combat mobile money scam transactions by collecting more data about smishing in order to develop ways that users can protect themselves.

Oct 08

Getting out of your comfort zone

Natasha Mutangana (MS EAI ‘24) reflects on her experiences at CMU-Africa and with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program.

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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 who are working together 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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