Women Leaders in Higher Education Summit 2026 (WLHE Summit)

Empowering Africa’s Women, Transforming Higher Ed

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WLHE Summit - Women Leaders in Higher Education Logo Past Event (2025) Gallery Get Updates COMING 2026 • CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA WLHE SUMMIT 2026 Empowering Women | Transforming Leadership | Shaping the Future Join the 2026 Waitlist Get in Touch "...transformative leadership in higher education must be intentional, inclusive, and sustained. Women leaders are not just breaking ceilings; they are reshaping the very foundation of institutions." — 2025 Summit Feedback About WLHE A Continental Movement Empowering Women in Higher Education The WLHE Summit brings together visionary leaders, researchers, and change-makers from across Africa to build collaborative networks, share knowledge, and drive systemic transformation in higher education. Community Building lasting networks across institutions and borders Collaboration Creating partnerships that drive meaningful change Capacity Building Practical skills, resources, and pathways to leadership When September 2026 Exact date to be announced Where Cape Town, South Africa Venue confirmation coming soon Who Women Leaders in Higher Education Across Africa & Beyond WLHE 2026 What to Expect Building on the success of 2025, we're expanding the programme with deeper workshops, broader themes, and stronger networking opportunities. 01 Expanded Themes AI in Higher Education, Sustainable Leadership, Funding Strategy, Multidisciplinary Innovation, and Policy Advocacy 02 Practical Workshops Grant writing masterclasses, mentorship circles, side hustle labs, and hands-on sessions led by experts 03 Structured Networking Intentional connection spaces, roundtables, and collaboration labs designed for meaningful partnerships 04 Diverse Speakers A bigger lineup featuring Vice Chancellors, researchers, AI specialists, policy influencers, and entrepreneurs Programme Tracks Proposed Themes for WLHE 2026 Based on attendee feedback and emerging priorities in African higher education Access to Funding Grants, donors, project mobilisation, and NRF ratings AI & Digital Futures Technology integration, AI ethics, and digital transformation Leading Across Borders Pan-African collaboration and international partnerships Wellness & Mental Health Sustainable leadership and work-life integration Policy & Systemic Change Advocacy, governance, and institutional transformation Academic Entrepreneurship Side hustles, innovation, and monetising expertise Mentorship & Community Building networks that last beyond the summit Capacity Building Practical skills, frameworks, and tools for leadership Join Us Who Should Attend WLHE 2026 This summit is designed for women leaders, emerging leaders, and changemakers across the higher education sector in Africa and beyond. Vice Chancellors & Deputy Vice Chancellors Deans, Directors & Department Heads Academic & Administrative Leaders Researchers & Innovators Project Managers & Programme Coordinators Women in Governance & Policy Emerging Women Leaders Academic Entrepreneurs & Side Hustlers 2025 Impact By the Numbers 93% Rated the programme as "excellent" 92% Felt inspired, motivated or empowered 89% Committed to new collaborations Relive the 2025 Experience Watch the highlights or browse the gallery from our inaugural edition. Watch Highlights Video View Photo Gallery (Pin: 5369) Community Insights What we learned in 2025 1 Funding & Grants Grantsmanship Mastery Learn to apply for funding, master grant writing, and unlock resources. Attendees are eager to access NRF ratings, collaboration grants, and project funding opportunities. 2 Leadership & Growth Bold Leadership Moves From side hustles to career transitions, attendees discovered that fearless leadership means saying no, supporting women intentionally, and building collaborative networks across borders. 3 Community & Mentorship Ongoing Connection The summit sparked demand for continuous mentorship programs, peer networks, and practical workshops—attendees want to keep growing together beyond the event. Speakers & Thought Leaders Voices Shaping the Future We're curating an exceptional lineup of speakers based on your feedback and emerging priorities in higher education. Leadership & Governance Vice Chancellors from leading African universities Women in executive leadership positions Policy influencers and governance experts Research & Innovation NRF-rated researchers African AI specialists Multidisciplinary innovators Entrepreneurship & Impact Academic entrepreneurs Social impact leaders Practical Expertise Grant writing specialists Funding and project management experts Wellness and leadership coaches Full speaker lineup to be announced. Join the waitlist to be notified first. Partner With WLHE Summit 2026 Join a movement shaping the future of African higher education. Position your organization alongside visionary women leaders driving systemic transformation. Branding & visibility across all summit touchpoints Thought leadership opportunities & speaking slots Access to a network of academic executives & decision-makers Alignment with impact-driven women empowerment initiatives Book a Discovery Call Be the First to Know When Tickets Go Live Join the WLHE 2026 priority list for early-bird access, exclusive updates, speaker announcements, and special perks. Join the 2026 Waitlist No spam. Just important updates about Africa's premier women leadership summit. Stay up to date! Sign up to our mailing list to hear of 2026 speakers, promotions and early bird tickets for the Cape Town edition. Interested in Sponsorships? Use the form to get in touch. N8N Form will load here FAQs Frequently Asked Questions When will the exact date be confirmed? We're finalizing the date for September 2026 and will announce it by mid-2025. Join our waitlist to be notified first. Is early-bird registration available? Yes! Waitlist members will receive exclusive early-bird pricing and first access to tickets when registration opens. Can I apply to speak at the summit? Speaker applications will open in Q1 2025. We welcome proposals on funding, leadership, AI, policy, and entrepreneurship in higher education. How can I join the WLHE community? Sign up for our mailing list, follow our social channels, and engage with our year-round mentorship and networking initiatives. Will the summit offer certificates or CPD points? Yes, we're working on accreditation for CPD points and will issue certificates of attendance for all registered participants. Is the summit only for South African attendees? No! WLHE is a pan-African movement. We welcome women leaders from across the continent and beyond. Home 2025 Edition Gallery Contact wlhe-summit@bcshive.co.za 073 293 2534 Legal Privacy Policy WLHE SUMMIT © 2026 Bee Solutions and Consultancy Services BcsHive x Zuke x Vic3e.Digital

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