Over 360 African students currently studying in Azerbaijan, says official

Foreign policy
  • 25 May, 2026
  • 10:11
Over 360 African students currently studying in Azerbaijan, says official

More than 360 students from 40 African countries are currently studying at universities in Azerbaijan, according to the Ministry of Science and Education of Azerbaijan, Deputy Minister of Science and Education Kanan Karimzada said at a conference dedicated to Africa Day, "Rising Continent, Emerging Partnerships" held on Monday in Baku.

According to Report, he noted that in recent years, Azerbaijan's relations with African countries have become significantly closer and more active.

"We see this not only in official meetings and agreements, but also in people-to-people contacts, academic cooperation, and especially in the growing number of African students studying at Azerbaijani universities," he said.

Karimzada also emphasized that education is one of the strongest forms of partnership between countries.

He added that Azerbaijani universities now offer programs not only in Azerbaijani, but also in English, French, and Arabic, helping international students integrate more easily into academic life.