Education Day 2026
2nd Hungary–Africa Rectors’ Conference
3rd Hungary-Africa Week
Higher Education, Internationalization, Partnerships
19 February 2026, Thursday
Danubius Hotel Hungaria Budapest, Rákóczi út 88-90, 1074
Participation Fees and Partner Packages
The Education Day and the 2nd Hungary–Africa Rectors’ Conference are flagship events for Hungarian and African higher education, bringing together university leaders, education professionals, and decision-makers to share experiences, explore new opportunities for collaboration, and collectively reflect on the future of international higher education.
The event is unique in that it aims to strengthen academic ties between Africa and Hungary not only at a theoretical level but also through practical collaboration – including student and faculty mobility, joint research projects, and scientific–academic partnerships.
Detailed Programme – coming soon
Organisers reserve the right to make changes.
What makes the Education Day 2026 2nd Hungary–Africa Rectors’ Conference unique?
The Education Day and the Hungary–Africa Rectors’ Conference are not merely professional forums, but:
- Provide direct opportunities for university presidents, deans, and higher education policymakers to meet.
- Showcase inspiring best practices in internationalization, research and development, and sustainable development.
- Offer a platform for establishing new bilateral and multilateral higher education partnerships.
What we offer to participants:
- Professional roundtables and thematic workshops enabling practical exchange of experiences.
- Networking opportunities among higher education and research institutions, as well as representatives from the business sector.
- Inspiring presentations on the future of education, digitalization, sustainability, and building a knowledge-based society.
- Special focus on expanding connections between Hungarian and African students, faculty, and researchers.
Who is this event for?
- Universitypresidents, deans, and higher education leaders
- University faculty, professionals, and researchers
- Education policymakers and experts
- Representatives of research institutions and innovation centers
- Representatives of student organizations and foundations
- Actors from the business, industrial, and civil sectors interested in knowledge sharing and the development of Africa–Hungary partnerships
Key Sectors and Focus Areas:
- Higher education and internationalization
- Sustainable development and higher education innovations
- Technological advancements
- Digital education, research, and artificial intelligence
- Social responsibility and cultural dialogue