The University Design Institute (UDI) at Arizona State University is advancing a bold vision for higher education in Sub-Saharan Africa — one that is designed by Africans, for Africans. Through long-term partnerships with universities, ministries, and foundations such as the Mastercard Foundation, UDI supports institutions across the region in building resilient, digitally enabled systems that expand access, drive economic mobility, and prepare the next generation of leaders.
From co-designing digital transformation roadmaps in Ethiopia, Ghana, and Uganda to supporting Vice Chancellors in South Africa and launching innovation alliances for youth employment, our work combines global expertise with local leadership. By centering African voices and leveraging cutting-edge tools, we help shape a higher education ecosystem that meets the urgent needs of today and unlocks the full potential of tomorrow.
