AFRICA BOOK OF WORLD RECORDS – WHO’S WHO IN AFRICAN UNIVERSITIES: CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS (2025 INAUGURAL EDITION)

Illuminating the Minds Building Africa’s Future

Africa’s universities are more than educational institutions — they are the intellectual engines of a rising continent. Within their walls are the future presidents, inventors, researchers, policy architects, and social reformers of the 21st century.

Yet, how many of these bright minds are known beyond their faculties, departments, or local communities?

Africa Book of World Records Limited (ABWR) is changing that.

“Who’s Who in African Universities” is a landmark initiative designed to identify, document, and celebrate the individuals who are shaping Africa’s academic, scientific, technological, and leadership landscape — and to do so on a global stage

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This isn’t just a roll call of graduates. It is a pan-African movement to recognize excellence, fuel inspiration, and build visibility for African achievements across global academic and innovation networks.

• What if the next Nobel laureate is currently an Associate Professor in a South African university — and no one knows?
• What if an Ethiopian professor has developed a life-saving treatment, but remains unrecognized due to lack of documentation?
• What if a researcher-led AI lab in Botswana could revolutionize education but needs partners to scale?

We believe the time is now to spotlight the people and institutions redefining Africa’s future — from the lecture halls of Lagos to the innovation hubs of Nairobi.

• An Iconic Annual Publication profiling outstanding lecturers, researchers, administrators, and alumni from across all African countries.
• Documentary & Media Features that bring their achievements to life in film, photography, and storytelling — shared continent-wide.
• Continental Recognition Events with awards, keynote speakers, and university showcases.
• A Digital Archive & Database accessible globally to universities, employers, donors, and investors.
• A Pan-African Network connecting higher institutions with industry, donors, and innovation partners.

Investors, philanthropists, tech companies, and policy influencers are all looking for one thing: where tomorrow’s talent will come from.

“Who’s Who in African Universities” is the clearest signal you’ll find.

Partnering with ABWR means you are:

• Investing in Africa’s Brain Capital — the most valuable resource of the 21st century.
• Positioning Your Brand as a Champion of African Excellence in education, innovation, and sustainable development.
• Gaining Early Access to Emerging Leaders, Thinkers, and Disruptors shaping policy, science, business, and culture.
• Aligning with Global Development Goals including SDG 4 (Education), SDG 9 (Innovation), and SDG 17 (Partnerships).
• Co-creating Legacy Projects that will impact millions across generations.

• Trailblazing Lecturers & Professors – those redefining pedagogy, producing original research, or mentoring future leaders.
• Outstanding University Administrators – with proven excellence in administration, academics, leadership, or research.
• High-Impact Alumni – making waves in business, government, innovation, or global advocacy.
• Universities & Faculties – demonstrating transformative practices, collaborations, and contributions to Africa’s development.

Unlike traditional rankings or academic listings, ABWR’s approach is narrative-driven, multimedia-powered, and people-focused. We believe statistics tell part of the story — but it’s the people behind the numbers that make Africa’s universities great.

Our selection and documentation processes are grounded in:

• Merit and Measurable Impact
• Regional Representation and Gender Inclusion
• Transparency and Institutional Endorsements
• Multilingual Accessibility and Continental Reach

This is your invitation to help shape the most inspirational, inclusive, and impactful chronicle of Africa’s intellectual renaissance.

We are currently welcoming:

• Strategic Partners — for co-branding, joint programming, and content distribution
• Investors & Donors — for funding the publication, tech infrastructure, and talent fellowships
• Media & Technology Collaborators — for storytelling, broadcasting, and digital scale
• Corporate Sponsors — seeking brand visibility and societal impact
• Universities & Education Ministries — for nominations, endorsements, and co-hosting events

We’re not just recording names — we’re rewriting the narrative of Africa’s potential, one story at a time. If you want your organization to be remembered as a pioneer in this transformation, the door is wide open.

Contact us: partnerships@africaworldrecords.com
Website: www.africaworldrecords.com

“Africa’s universities are not just producing graduates — they are producing greatness. Our job is to make sure the world knows it.”
— ABWR Editorial Team

Research Team

Department of Research and International Services,

Africa Book of World Records Limited

researchers@africaworldrecords.com