Est. 2018 · Kigali · UNESCO Cat. II
Murakaza neza · Welcome
Excellence in
basic science
for Africa.
A young, dynamic hub for higher education and research in basic sciences — a partnership of the Government and University of Rwanda with the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics.
Welcome · Murakaza neza
A young, dynamic hub for
basic science in Africa.
Established in 2018, EAIFR is a UNESCO Category II institute working in partnership with the Government and University of Rwanda, and the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP).
Our vision
- 01 Create a community of African scientists in an international network for basic science.
- 02 Address African challenges in natural hazards, energy, climate, materials and health.
- 03 Deliver academic excellence — quality over quantity.
Collaborative
Research
A vibrant hub for local and visiting scientists, with a focus on international collaborations across complementary programmes.
Research areas coming soon.
Academics · Education
Training the next generation of
African physicists.
EAIFR offers graduate-level physics education at the University of Rwanda, with scientific oversight by ICTP. Scholarships are available for admitted African students — covering tuition, stipend, travel and accommodation.
- Duration
- 2 yrs
- Language
- English
- Support
- Funded
Current offer
MSc in Physics
A two-year, English-language master's programme at the University of Rwanda, jointly delivered with ICTP.
- Apply by
- Opens each spring
- Where
- Kigali
A global network
Rooted in Kigali,
connected worldwide.
EAIFR collaborates with universities, research centers and funding bodies on four continents — pairing African scientific questions with international expertise, infrastructure and networks.
- Countries
- 20+
- Institutions
- 40+
- Est.
- 2018
Kigali
Upcoming events
Conferences, schools, workshops.
No upcoming events scheduled at the moment.
Supported by
EAIFR operates in partnership with UNESCO, ICTP, the University of Rwanda and the Government of Rwanda — with the support of international research institutions.
Principal partners
