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News

Apr 17

Meet Assistant Research Professor Stewart Isaacs

Stewart Isaacs joined CMU-Africa as an assistant research professor in January, interested in helping to advance decentralized energy systems on the continent.

Apr 15

Akinci installed as the Strecker Dean of the College of Engineering Opens in new window

On the eve of Spring Carnival, Burcu Akinci was installed as the second Dr. William D. and Nancy W. Strecker Dean of the College of Engineering.

Mar 30

CyLab researchers to present at ACM CHI 2026 Opens in new window

CyLab researchers are set to present four papers, serve on one panel, and lead three workshops at the upcoming Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems (CHI 2026).

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Research thrusts

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    Cybersecurity

    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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    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.

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    Graduating students: The Carnegie Mellon University Africa graduation ceremony will be held May 15. Learn more about the celebration and register your guests.