The Africa Institute - Western University

Africa Day at Western 2026
Celebrating African Research, Community and Impact
Advancing Canada - Africa Research Excellence
Ambassador Allan Kajik, Uganda High Commission Ottawa visits Western
Western first in Canada, third in world in global impact, sustainability rankings
Advancing Science Diplomacy, Africa Institute at the United Nations NY
Welcoming International Delegations - Dr. Alice Lakati, Amref University Kenya visits Western

Initiatives

Canada - Africa Academic Collaborations Conference (CAAACC2027)
The Africa Institute at Western University will host the 2027 Canada–Africa Academic Collaborations Conference (CAACC) virtually on February 25–26, 2027. Building on the growing CAACC platform, the conference brings together researchers, students, institutional leaders and partners from Canada and across Africa to showcase collaborative research, exchange knowledge and strengthen equitable academic partnerships.
Africa Day
The Canada-Africa Academic Collaborations Conference (CAACC)
Healing Rwanda