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QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa 2026 - Paving the way for African universities

Launch date:
09 Feb 2026
Time:
9:00
UK time
09 Feb 2026

Join us for an exciting pre-launch webinar that marks a new chapter in the world of higher education rankings - the inaugural QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa 2026! This is more than just a webinar, it's your invitation to be part of a transformative journey in celebrating academic excellence across the continent.

What to expect?

Dive into the QS Mission

  • How the QS mission is reflected in the Africa Region Rankings.
  • Learn how our core mission is reflected in this ranking for the vibrant and diverse universities across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Introduction to the QS World University Rankings: Sub-Saharan Africa Region framework

  • Breakdown of key ranking indicators.
  • Rationale behind indicator selection.
  • How methodology captures institutional quality and performance

Eligibility and excellence

  • Eligibility criteria for inclusion in the rankings.
  • Benchmarks used to assess academic and institutional excellence.
  • How institutions can demonstrate and showcase excellence.
Register for free
Secure your spot and receive the Zoom link via email.

Meet the panellists

Sam Duke
QS Rankings Specialist

A rankings specialist with experience running and marketing magazines, guides, and qualitative and quantitative research projects, including rankings and awards, across a variety of sectors. Responsible for the design of the QS Rankings methodologies and frameworks, and building their influence through sector engagement and partnerships.

Wesley Siqueira
QS Product and Research Advisor

Specialist in promotion strategies for study-destinations, contextualises QS rankings with global higher education policies and trends.

Dr Ashwin Fernandes
Chair, QS India and Vice President, Strategic and International Engagement

A recognised authority in higher education, having spearheaded the QS Arab Region Rankings and founded India’s first nationwide private-sector assessment framework, QS I-GAUGE.

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