African Center of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Disease (@acegid) Trains 100+ Scientists from Over 30 African Countries in One Year Read the full article: ace.aau.org/acegid-trains-… Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact #scientists #westafrica #research #highered #genomics #africa Association of African Universities

One of our objectives is to influence policies that improve women's retention in #highereducation. The dynamic discussion on Gender Policies in Action was conducted by Professor Mrs. Yaye Aissetou, Deputy Centre Leader of CERPP in #Niger. #7thACEImpact #ACEImpact Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact

“To boost innovativeness, proffer solutions for solving the continent’s challenges and contribute to knowledge creation, Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact centres continue to undertake key #research on topical issues” - Prof. Olusola Oyewole, AAU Secretary General ace.aau.org #HigherEd #Africa

"The #ACEImpact initiative is not merely a project, but a long-term vision to equip #Africa to generate the next cohort of #experts, #researchers & #academics who will contribute to solving Africa’s developmental challenges" - Dr. Ekua Bentil #highereducation Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact

Tomorrow, I will join Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the vice president of #Ghana and ministers and education experts for the region to launch our new education strategy in Accra. Thrilled to continue our work to make education more accessible to the leaders of tomorrow. #PeopleFirst

The Africa Higher Education Centers of Excellence CHAMPIONS joined us in #WashingtonDC today as we profiled the results of the ACEs from Central, East, Southern and West Africa. We are grateful for their untiring efforts Andreas Blom Himdat@WB Ekua Bentil #ACEImpact

The #Africa Centers of Excellence (ACE) Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact is the 1st WorldBank-funded reg'l program in the higher edu sector in Africa. Delighted about this week’s dialogue on #ACEimpact & ongoing efforts to train the next generation of #Africa’s sustainable development pioneers!

What better way to wrap up the Annual Meetings than by recognizing the Africa Higher Education Centers of Excellence (ACE). On top of the in-depth sessions, I am grateful to have met the professors, students, & program leads behind this successful initiative. [1/2] #ACEimpact

.Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact is a ground-breaking program, nurturing #Africa’s next generation of scientists and skilled workers. The WorldBank is committed to supporting higher #education research in the continent. ℹ️ wrld.bg/i8jg50LeU8p [2/2]

Congratulations to @sabingoyek, a student of CEA-SMIA, for winning the 3rd edition of the Le CAMES University #Olympiads (applied computer science category). Africa Higher Ed. Centers of Excellence-ACE Impact is proud of you! #computerscience #STEM

Across the continent, the ACE program –supported by the World Bank – is more and more attracting female students for whom “science has no gender. worldbank.org/en/news/featur… via WorldBank

Insightful interview with WorldBank’s Ekua Bentil on the Africa Higher Education Centers of Excellence (ACE) Program and the need for significant financial and technical support to strengthen #STEM education in #Africa. ➡️ voaafrica.com/a/7230916.html VOA Africa

"I could save one or two lives at a time as an obstetrician, but I would save a hundred thousand lives by becoming a medical researcher." - Prof. Hadiza Shehu Galadanci, @AcephapBuk's Director, at the 2023 Goalkeepers event. Sylvia Mkandawire Nodumo Dhlamini Ekua Bentil

Cote d'Ivoire Country Director of World Bank, Mrs Marie-Chantal Uwanyiligira delivers inspiring message at 10th ACE Impact Regional Workshop. #ACEImpact #ACEImpact10thWorkshop

Eunice Yaa Brimfah Ackwerh, Snr Education Specialist, WorldBank facilitated the meeting of Vice Chancellors on #Accreditation during the #ACEImpact10thWorkshop. The meeting is hosted by presenters from the following Accreditation Agencies: @Hceres_, #ASIIN and QAA.

The 10th ACE Impact Regional Workshop in Abidjan has over 400 delegates from 23 countries actively engaging in discussions on advancing higher education excellence, sustainability and innovation in Africa. #ACEImpact10thWorkshop #ACEImpact #ACERegionalWorkshop #AfricanHigherEd

It is the grand finale! On Day 4 of the #ACEImpact10thWorkshop, we wrap up with reflections on key takeaways and the closing ceremony at Latrille Events Centre. #ACERegionalWorkshop #AfricanHigherEd #ACEImpact

The wait is almost over! Tomorrow marks the start of the ACE International #Partnerships #workshop. Get ready to embark on a journey of #collaboration, discovery, and impactful learning. See you there! #ACEat10 #ACEPartnerships #HigherEd #ACEWorkshop

"Girls’ education is not just about enrollment—it is about collaborating across sectors in empowering girls through learning in safe environments and gaining the skills needed to thrive" - Luis Benveniste WorldBank ℹ️ wrld.bg/IzLs50TJnN4 #DayOfTheGirl #AccelerateEquality

SAVE THE DATE! "Reimagining STEM Leadership: Shaping the Future of Adolescent Girls through STEM" 📅Tue. Feb. 18 ⏰10AM EST ✍🏽Register here: wrld.bg/AZIL50UW3AA Stay tuned! WBG Gender UNICEF Education #InvestInpeople