Insights, education, and executive training to address Africa's youth employment and entrepreneurship challenges.
Africa has the youngest population in the world...
Of Sub-Saharan Africa is under the age of 30
Youth unemployment rate vs adults
Skills shortage barrier
Jobs needed annually
Untapped potential
BUILDING MORE THAN A UNIVERSITY
Africa's future will be shaped by the talent, creativity, and leadership of its youth. Expanding access to high-quality education that empowers students to make a difference is at the heart of Cavendish Africa's purpose.
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High-quality, globally relevant education is one of the most powerful forces for Africa's innovation, sustainable development, and global competitiveness. Yet across the continent, social and economic realities often create a difficult balance between access, quality, and impact.
Delivering high-quality education at price points students can afford is one of the core challenges in Africa. Cavendish Africa's universities continually refine their operating models to deliver high quality education efficiently while maintaining strong academic standards and meaningful student support.
Explore our Philosophy
Africa's social, economic, and leadership challenges remind us that education must do more than transmit knowledge—it must prepare students to solve real problems. Our universities emphasize problem-centered learning that encourages students to apply knowledge to solving real social, economic, and technological challenges across Africa.
See our Methodology
Our students come from diverse social and economic backgrounds, often shaped by challenges that influence their confidence, outlook, and opportunities. Our universities therefore focus not only on academic knowledge, but also on developing confidence, values, leadership, and personal responsibility so that graduates are prepared to realize their potential and contribute meaningfully to their communities and society.
See our Approach
Scale & Impact
Graduands Since 2014
Institutions
Campuses
Nationalities
Courses
OUR UNIVERSITY NETWORK
FLAGSHIP: LAW SCHOOL
Founded
2008Students
4,700Nationalities
41Campuses
03Mission: To transform and inspire students to reach their full potential in employment, entrepreneurship, and ethical leadership.
FLAGSHIP: MEDICAL SCHOOL
Founded
2004Students
7,300Nationalities
32Campuses
02Mission: To increase access to high-quality education that transforms students into responsible, employable, and entrepreneurial citizens.
THE ALLIANCE IN ACTION
Across Africa, many young people graduate into economies where employment opportunities remain limited. Preparing students for success therefore requires more than academic education—it requires connecting learning to real pathways for employment and entrepreneurship.
Cavendish Africa's universities are developing programs that help students access the global remote work economy and entrepreneurs grow their businesses with the support of students.
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At Africa Education Holdings, we are dedicated to providing high-quality educational resources and tools to empower learners across […]
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STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Expanding access to high-quality education and opportunity for Africa's youth requires collaboration. Cavendish Africa works with education and business organizations, and partners who share our commitment to preparing students for meaningful careers and leadership.
If you are interested in partnering with us to strengthen education and expand opportunities across Africa, we would welcome the conversation.
General Inquiries: info@maarifaeducation.com
Network Development: (+254) 708 021 483