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

Electrical, Electronic, Communication
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Graduate degree programs

Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering →

Master of Science in Information Technology →

Master of Science in Engineering Artificial Intelligence →

News

Oct 29

Akinci appointed Dean of College of Engineering Opens in new window

Burcu Akinci has been appointed the next Dean of CMU’s College of Engineering, effective January 1, 2026.

Oct 03

Afretec Network awards $2.3M in multi-institutional research grants Opens in new window

The multi-institutional grants will build research capacity and accelerate digital growth throughout the African continent.

Oct 02

Keeping Africa connected

Researchers at CMU-Africa deployed last-mile sustainability connectivity to Africa's least connected at Kiziba refugee camp.

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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.

The African Engineering and Technology Network

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