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As a thematic event of the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), the “Global Innovation Japan-Africa University Symposium: Shaping the Future of Human Resource Development and Scientific and Technological Cooperation” will be held at the TICAD9 venue, Pacifico Yokohama, from 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 20, 2025.

Amid the growing international importance of Africa, driven by a rising youth population and untapped economic potential, the African Union (AU) has designated 2025 as the “Year of African Youth and Innovation.” In line with this vision, the development of human resources and enhanced scientific and technological cooperation between Japan and Africa is becoming increasingly vital.

Historically, cooperation in higher education between Japan and Africa has centered around a support-based framework. However, recent trends highlight the importance of transferring knowledge and technology and fostering equitable partnerships, enabling African universities to independently conduct education and research. As a pioneering example, Hiroshima University is working to expand academic and educational collaboration in science and technology fields, including through the world’s first inter-university agreement with the Pan-African University, an institution established by the African Union, signed in November 2024.

The establishment of sustainable foundations for education and research that support ongoing human exchange and innovation in fields such as Earth and Environmental Sciences, Medicine and Public Health, and AI and Digital Innovation will become even more critical in the years ahead.

This symposium will bring together representatives from governments, universities, and research institutions in Japan and Africa to discuss efforts to expand human resource development and educational and research exchanges from the perspectives of industry, government, and academia.

This event will be a valuable opportunity for those interested in Africa’s current state and innovation, as well as for business professionals, educators, researchers, and experts involved in Japan-Africa collaborations in education and other sectors. We encourage you to register in advance using the link below and participate.

Simultaneous interpretation will be provided during the event.

For more details about the symposium, please refer to the flyer.

【Date & Time】 Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 10:00–11:30
【Venue】 Pacifico Yokohama (Yokohama International Peace Conference Center), Exhibition Hall D
(1-1-1 Minato Mirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan)
【Registration Form】 Click here to register