The RUFORUM Board has approved the establishment of regional hubs aimed at improving integration, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of RUFORUM operations at the regional level. The official launch of these hubs will take place during the RUFORUM AGM scheduled for 1 – 5 December 2025 in Gaborone, Botswana. A meeting of Principals and Deans from Southern Africa has been scheduled for 6th October 2025 from 14:00 to 16:00 CAT (15:00 to 17:00 EAT) to provide insights for the operationalization of the hubs. for more information on the regional hubs, kindly contact Dr. Sokona Dagnoko, Head of Strategic Partnerships, RUFORUM, s.dagnoko@ruforum.org

Join us for a free pre-event to the 21st RUFORUM AGM 2025 and explore how to strengthen student-centered learning through Competency-Based Assessment (CBA). 📅 14 or 15 October 2025 | 🕒 3:00 PM EAT 🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4mqi2sz 💡 To get the most out of this session, we recommend completing the free online course “CBE – the basics” beforehand: 👉https://innovationlab.nhlstenden.com/projects/cbe-the-basics Gain practical tools, align assessments with real-world skills, and exchange ideas with peers in agricultural education.

Egerton University is excited to announce the selection of its second cohort of students under the TAGDev 2.0 program – a transformative initiative in partnership with the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and Mastercard Foundation. Egerton University places inclusion at the heart of its mission, recognizing that true transformation in higher education must embrace diversity in all its forms. Through the TAGDev 2.0 Program, the University has deliberately created opportunities for young women and men who are often marginalized, including refugees and differently-abled persons, alongside those from disadvantaged communities. By ensuring that such students access quality […]

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Background The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, Gulu University (Uganda), Egerton University (Kenya), Africa University (Zimbabwe), University of the Free State (South Africa), Malawi University of Science and Technology (Malawi), University of Eldoret (Kenya), Uganda Martyrs University (Uganda), University of Port Harcourt (Nigeria), University of Cape Coast (Ghana), University of Bamenda (Cameroon), National University of Agriculture (Benin), and Université Mohammed VI Polytechnique (Morocco) are implementing a 10-year programme (2023-2033) called Transforming African Agricultural Universities to Meaningfully Contribute to Africa’s Growth and Development (TAGDev 2.0). The programme seeks to strengthen universities and […]

National University of Agriculture (UNA), is proud to announce the selection of its first cohort of scholars under the TAGDev 2.0 program, a transformative initiative in partnership with the Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and Mastercard Foundation. The National University of Agriculture (UNA) in Benin is committed to advancing academic and social inclusion by ensuring equitable access to quality education for all students, regardless of their social or geographical background. In this context, TAGDev 2.0, implemented through RUFORUM in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, is playing a pivotal role. Through this collaborative initiative, full scholarships are offered […]

The University of Cape Coast (UCC) is proud to announce the selection of the first cohort of scholars under the TAGDev 2.0 programme – a transformative initiative in partnership with the Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and Mastercard Foundation.  As the number one ranked university in Ghana and West Africa by the Times Higher Education (THE), the University of Cape Coast (UCC) continues to demonstrate unmatched leadership in academic excellence, innovation, and impactful research. The University has carved a strong footprint in Ghana’s agricultural sector through pioneering research, farmer-extension partnerships, agribusiness incubation initiatives, and community-based projects […]

The university of Free State (UFS) is proud to announce the selection of its first cohort of scholars under the TAGDev 2.0 program – a transformative initiative in partnership with the Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and Mastercard Foundation. UFS is deeply committed to creating an inclusive and humane environment for all students, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. This is achieved through a multi-faceted approach that includes comprehensive financial support via scholarships like the Mastercard Foundation and RUFORUM program, which also provides additional aid for refugees and persons with disabilities. Furthermore, UFS has dedicated offices such […]

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This course is structured to address broad biometrical needs and to equip postgraduate students and junior researchers with the requisite skills to conduct research both efficiently and effectively Register here Ce cours est organisé de manière à répondre à des besoins plus larges en matière d’analyse biométriques et à doter les étudiants de troisième cycle et les jeunes chercheurs des compétences nécessaires pour mener des recherches de manière efficace et efficiente

RUFORUM is excited to announce the launch of its webinar series, designed specifically for university students! This series is a great opportunity for you to gain the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in your academic and professional life. We’ve brought together professionals from various fields to share their insights and help you develop crucial soft skills that employers are looking for. What to expect: Soft Skills: You’ll gain practical knowledge in areas like Artificial Intelligence for learning, communication, leadership, personal finance, entrepreneurship, and time management. We’ll also cover essential topics like human rights, wellness and self-mastery to help […]

The University of Bamenda (UBa) is proud to announce the selection of its first cohort of scholars under the TAGDev 2.0 program – a transformative initiative in partnership with the Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and Mastercard Foundation. The University of Bamenda as a public university is a leading national institution of higher learning geared towards meeting present and future development challenges through efficient teaching, research and sterling innovation. This is captured in its motto: Knowledge-Probity-Entrepreneurship. To this end, the University seeks: To provide quality and need-based teaching and research in various fields of learning and […]

The Climate-Smart Agropreneurship Education for Livelihood and Sustainability in Eastern and Southern Africa (AgrGROW) project has taken a major step toward transforming higher education in Malawi and Uganda by equipping academic staff with advanced skills in online and blended learning. From 8th to 12th September 2025, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) hosted a capacity-building workshop at its campus in Lilongwe, Malawi. The training brought together lecturers and facilitators from across the AgrGROW consortium with the aim of strengthening competencies in delivering effective online teaching. The workshop builds on an earlier training held in March 2025, which was […]

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The University of Eldoret is proud to announce the selection of its First cohort of scholars under the TAGDev 2.0 program – a transformative initiative in partnership with the Regional University Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) and Mastercard Foundation. Guided by its commitment to delivering exceptional education and training in Agriculture, Science, Entrepreneurship, the Arts, and Engineering, University of Eldoret provides a transformative learning experience that integrates research, innovation, and community engagement. The implementation of the TAGDev 2.0 program will empower students to emerge as principled leaders, problem-solvers, and catalysts for change, poised to revolutionize the agricultural industry and […]