Africa Day 2024: World Citizenship and African Higher Education: Preparing Students for a Connected World
Wednesday, 22 May 2024 -
15:30
Monday, 20 May 2024
Tuesday, 21 May 2024
Wednesday, 22 May 2024
15:30
Registration
15:30 - 16:00
16:00
Opening ceremony: UFS Choir
UFS Choir
16:00 - 16:30
16:30
The role of leadership in shaping a university with a global mindset, with a dedicated focus on achieving gender parity in academic leadership.: Adv Thando Gumede (Commissioner for Gender Equality, South African Commissioner for Gender Equality)
Adv Thando Gumede (Commissioner for Gender Equality, South African Commissioner for Gender Equality)
16:30 - 16:45
16:45
Examining the influence of religion within African institutions of higher learning in the context of globalisation: implications for epistemic diversity, social justice promotion, and inclusive leadership.: Prof Itumeleng Mosala (author)
Prof Itumeleng Mosala (author)
16:45 - 17:00
17:00
Promoting social justice through global engagement, addressing strategies to bridge socio-economic disparities in education and how we improve self-awareness on a world stage.: Dr Petiwe Matutu (CEO USAf)
Dr Petiwe Matutu (CEO USAf)
17:00 - 17:15
17:15
Epistemic diversity in global citizenship education, exploring the myriad ideas and perspectives that contribute to a holistic educational experience.: Prof Vasu Reddy (Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Internationalisation)
Prof Vasu Reddy (Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Internationalisation)
17:15 - 17:30
17:30
Q & A: Open to the floor
Open to the floor
17:30 - 17:45
17:45
Closing ceremomny: UFS Choir
UFS Choir
17:45 - 17:55