Focal Area · Entrepreneurship
Turning student ideas into working ventures.
Campus ecosystems where entrepreneurial thinking takes root.
How we work together
Entrepreneurship Strategy Workshop
A facilitated workshop for leaders building or growing a campus incubation hub.
Learn moreEntrepreneurship Ecosystem Development
Studies and shares what builds campus entrepreneurship ecosystems, toward a framework for Africa.
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Small grants that turn convening insights and new ideas into real campus projects.
Learn moreIn their words
“For the past year, we have been very intentional about identifying strategic African partners. Pan-Atlantic University naturally stood out because of the similarities in values, vision, and educational philosophy.”
“We want students to understand who they are, what they can do, and how they can use their experiences to give back to Africa. The end goal is not simply to produce filmmakers or fashion designers, but to develop young leaders and entrepreneurs who understand how creativity can transform communities.”
Upcoming events
Oct 1–2, 2026Nairobi, Kenya
2026 East Africa Hub Convening
Hosted by USIU-Africa. Student success through sustainable, tech-enabled campuses.
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March 2026Lomé, Togo
2026 West Africa Hub Convening
165 leaders from 41 institutions met to redesign student support systems for African higher education.
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QuarterlyVirtual, open to all
Speaker Sessions
Thought leaders and practitioners on a live challenge in African higher education.
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GuideHandbook
Business Incubation Hub Guidebook
A step-by-step guide to designing, launching, or improving a campus incubation hub.
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ToolDiagnostic
Ecosystem Diagnostic Tool
Assess your entrepreneurship ecosystem against network benchmarks.
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CasesLibrary
EED Cases
Real ecosystem-building cases from member institutions.
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