Global Partnerships: Innovation & Collaboration

October 31, 2025

On 30th June 2025, our University proudly hosted Prof. Adegoke Oke from Arizona State University (ASU) for a high-impact visit focused on driving innovation and sustainable supply chain management in Africa.

Global Partnerships: Innovation & Collaboration

Highlights of the Visit:

  • Delivered a keynote lecture: “Tackling Africa’s Challenges: Innovations and Supply Chain Management.”
  • Engaged in strategic discussions with UoK leadership on joint research, faculty exchanges, and funding opportunities.
  • Shared expertise on innovation ecosystems, sustainable operations, and Africa’s evolving role in global supply chains.

This collaboration reinforces UoK’s commitment to global partnerships and research-driven solutions that address Africa’s most pressing challenges.

Expanding our Global Footprint

Ahead of the staff exchange program, the Director of International Affairs and Partnership hosted two distinguished delegations:

  • 23rd June: Representatives from Education Malaysia, including the Senior Regional Executive and the Director for the African Region at EMGS, under the Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia.
  • 25th June: The Director of International Relations & Confucius Institute and the International Coordinator for Recruitment and Admission from the International Business Academy, Denmark.

Discussions focused on advancing collaborations in:

  • Student and staff exchanges
  • Scholarships and short courses
  • Collaborative research, conferences, and workshops

Global Partnerships: Innovation & Collaboration

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