Universities of Parakou and Kara host international scientific colloquium

The 8th joint international scientific colloquium of the Universities of Parakou and Kara is being held in Parakou, Benin, from September 15 to 18, 2026. Under the theme ‘Innovating for a sustainable future: challenges, stakes and roles of African universities’, the event brings together researchers and development actors from 20 countries.

The colloquium aims to explore how African universities can produce knowledge, stimulate innovation, and provide concrete solutions to the continent's development challenges. The opening ceremony featured representatives from the Beninese Ministry of Higher Education and the President of the National Assembly of Benin. The University of Kara is participating with a delegation of 167 participants.