7th Annual Africa NOW Forum: Engaging Africa by Design

Time: Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Focusing on fostering positive collaborations across Africa, the 2026 NAFSA Africa Forum will explore how the broader African continent is incorporating global innovations and technological advancements into the future of higher education. Join our expert panelists for an engaging Q&A designed to deepen understanding of how African higher education institutions and individuals are leveraging technology to advance research and enhance approaches to teaching and learning. Connect with colleagues from around the world and engage in internationalization work happening in and around the continent.

Panel: 
(moderator) Stephen K. Appiah-Padi, PhD
Director, Office of Global and Off-campus Education
Bucknell University, Office Of Global Education

Sedinam Worlanyo 
Senior UX Researcher
Coursera

Roseanne Kinyua 
East Africa Team Leader | Programs
EDU Africa