IUCEA appoints Acting Executive Secretary

Ag. Executive Secretary IUCEA Prof. Idris . A . Rai
The Executive Committee of IUCEA is pleased to announce that Prof. Idris A. Rai has been appointed Acting Executive Secretary, effective 1 October 2025, following the transition of Prof. Gaspard Banyankimbona to his new role at the African Union as Commissioner for Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation. This strategic leadership appointment ensures uninterrupted momentum in advancing IUCEA’s mission during a pivotal period for regional higher education integration.