The institution Sciences Po hosted the 2026 edition of Africa Day on October 3rd, a major event underscoring its ambition in the Euro-African relationship. Viewing Africa as a key player of the present and a strategic partner for Europe, Sciences Po has made it a priority, positioning itself as a European university committed to building this axis.
This commitment is materialized through a dense academic network, featuring 34 strategic partnerships spanning from Senegal to Kenya, and from Morocco to Egypt, extending to Madagascar and Cape Town. A dual master's degree with the University of Cape Town will launch in 2027. Sciences Po also collaborates with multilateral institutions such as the African Union and the United Nations Environment Programme.
Reciprocity is central to this approach, encouraging students to undertake mobility within the African continent. Sciences Po's Directorate of International Affairs leverages on-the-ground expertise and regional offices in Dakar and Nairobi. The institution's participation in the recent Africa Forward summit in Nairobi confirmed its capacity to influence African governance and innovation issues at the highest level.
In 2026, Sciences Po is experiencing historic attractiveness for African talents, with an increase of over 150% in eligible applications, notably through its partnership with the Mastercard Foundation. Donor support is crucial for funding living stipends and exempting African students from bachelor's tuition fees.
The Africa Day 2026 serves as a precursor to the future Africa Centre, a permanent space for research, pedagogical innovation, and strategic dialogue, aimed at understanding the world from and with Africa.
