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Times of Oman
06-07-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
MCBS Co-Hosts QS Africa Forum, Advancing Zanzibar's Role as Regional Education Hub
The Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS) proudly co-hosted the QS Africa Forum 2025 in Zanzibar from July 3–4, under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar. Held at the Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel, the event brought together higher education leaders, policymakers, and researchers to discuss the theme: 'Maximising Africa's Potential: Scientific Research, Knowledge Transfer, Innovation, and Skills for a Thriving Future.' MCBS played a key role in organizing the forum in collaboration with QS, demonstrating its commitment to academic excellence and regional collaboration. The forum aligns with Zanzibar's strategic vision to become a regional hub for education and innovation. MCBS Executive Chairman Dr. Muneer Al Maskari underscored this vision in his address, highlighting the college's mission of global engagement: "The Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS), based in Muscat, is proud to co-host this Forum as part of our commitment to international collaboration and academic excellence. As one of Oman's premier private institutions, MCBS fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and research that addresses real-world challenges. In doing so, we see education not only as a national priority, but as a global mission—one that binds our future with yours." His sentiments were echoed by President Mwinyi, who recognized MCBS's role in enabling the summit: "I wish to recognise the Modern College of Business and Science in Oman, whose vision and partnership have been instrumental in bringing this summit to Zanzibar. Institutions like MCBS demonstrate that through collaboration and a shared commitment to education, we can build bridges that span continents and a future that uplifts all of us." The forum also spotlighted Zanzibar's educational transformation, including initiatives such as the IIT Madras Zanzibar Campus, the Airtel Africa Fellowship Programme, and the "Silicon Zanzibar" digital free zone. These developments underscore the island's rapid growth as an innovation and learning destination. Notably, the Zanzibar campus of IIT Madras signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MCBS, strengthening academic collaboration, innovation, and research between Zanzibar and Oman while expanding both institutions' global footprint. Jason Newman, Chief Commercial Officer at QS, reflected on the forum's wider significance: "This is a pivotal moment where strategy meets action and vision meets implementation. As we look to the future, our focus remains on the big picture—empowering educational institutions to excel independently as well as collectively. We must work together to showcase the strength of African institutions across the international education landscape, turning opportunity into action and ambition into achievement." As a leading academic institution in the region, MCBS remains committed to strengthening global partnerships and supporting transformative education initiatives across Africa and beyond.
Times of Oman
02-06-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
QS and Modern College of Business and Science Announce Strategic Partnership in Zanzibar
Muscat – QS Quacquarelli Symonds, global higher education experts and compiler of the QS World University Rankings, will hold the annual QS Africa Forum at the Golden Tulip Zanzibar Airport Hotel from 3-4 July. The forum will address issues related to the theme 'Maximising Africa's Potential: Scientific Research, Knowledge Transfer, Innovation, and Skills for a Thriving Future' and is co-hosted by the Modern College of Business and Science. QS Quacquarelli Symonds, the world's leading provider of services, analytics, and insights to the global higher education sector, is pleased to announce the QS Africa Forum 2025, co-sponsored by the Modern College of Business and Science (MCBS), Oman's leading institution for business and applied sciences. The event will be held in Zanzibar in July 2025 under the theme 'Maximizing Africa's Potential: Scientific Research, Knowledge Transfer, Innovation, and Skills for a Thriving Future.' Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar, this landmark event will bring together leaders from academia, industry, and government to engage in critical dialogues on harnessing higher education as a catalyst for Africa's transformation. The forum aims to explore how to maximise the continent's vast potential by equipping emerging generations with future-ready skills, knowledge, and opportunities to drive economic growth, innovation, and societal progress. 'We are honored to co-sponsor the QS Africa Forum 2025, a significant platform that aligns perfectly with MCBS's commitment to fostering global academic partnerships and supporting the growth of East Africa as a key player in the international knowledge economy,' said Executive Chairman, Dr Muneer Al Maskari. 'This forum will empower the region to maximize its educational and innovation potential through effective knowledge transfer and capacity building.' Ben Sowter, QS Senior Vice-President, said: 'The QS Africa Forum is a pivotal and transformative event that unites leaders from universities, academia, industry, and government. Its mission is to foster collaboration, champion sustainability, and serve as a catalyst for innovation and thought leadership to tackle vital contemporary challenges. We would like to thank our hosts, The Modern College of Business and Science, for their outstanding support in making this event possible.' Guest speakers include: ▪ Dr. Bismark Tyobeka, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, North-West University, South Africa ▪ Prof. Kayode Ijadunola, Vice-Chancellor, Elizade University, Nigeria ▪ Hon. Lela Muhamed Mussa, The Minister of Education and Vocational Training Revolutionary, Government of Zanzibar ▪ Dr Muneer Al Maskari, Executive Chairman, Modern College of Business and Science ▪ Prof. Qurashi Mohmed Ali, President, National University, Sudan The QS Africa Forum 2025 is a premier event for higher education leaders, researchers, and investors, with sessions dedicated to Africa's potential in scientific research, innovation, and skills development. This Forum focuses on knowledge transfer as a key enabler of sustainable development and the pathways for collaboration between African Higher Education Institutions and leading educational institutions worldwide.
