Kickoff Meeting forthe MEXT Inter‑University Exchange Project to Be Held on February 19

As a kickoff meeting for the MEXT Inter-University Exchange Project (Global South Countries: Africa Region), we will invite partner universities and institutions to hold lectures and panel discussions centered on the program’s theme: “Developipng Leaders Who Contribute to Solving Global Environmental Challenges through International Collaboration.”

This event will serve as an opportunity to deepen mutual understanding, share a common sense of purpose, also, by opening it to the public, this event introduces to educational institutions and related stakeholders the university’s past achievements in education and research on African, as well as new initiatives based on collaboration with international organizations.

Event Overview

Kickoff MeetingTitle

The Japan–Africa Nexus: Co-Building a Sustainable Global Future Together

Date and Time

February 19, 2026, 1:30 p.m. – 5:20 p.m.

Format

In-person and online

In-Person Venue

17th Floor, Building No. 2, Yotsuya Campus, Sophia University

Pre-Registration

Those wishing to participate are kindly requested to register in advance via the links below. We look forward to your participation.

Contact

For inquiries, please contact us at:
africa-initiative-co@sophia.ac.jp

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