Bangui is hosting the 23rd edition of the aggregation contest organized by the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES). This academic competition officially began on Monday, 19 October 2026. The selection of Bangui as the host city notes the involvement of the local academic community in the regional initiatives managed by the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES).
Scope of Academic Competition
More than 300 candidates from 15 African countries are participating in the 23rd edition of the aggregation contest in Bangui. These participants represent the diverse academic membership of the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES), which manages the regional standardization of higher education qualifications. The gathering of these scholars and professionals shows the broad reach of the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES) in fostering academic excellence across its member states.
The contest evaluates professional expertise across five distinct fields. Candidates undergo testing in human medicine, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine. The remaining two fields of examination also form part of the rigorous assessment process overseen by the organization. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in their respective areas to meet the standards required for advancement within the academic systems of their home nations.
The structure of the 23rd edition of the CAMES aggregation contest requires candidates to navigate a series of evaluations designed to verify their mastery of specialized knowledge. By organizing these assessments in Bangui, the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES) facilitates a centralized environment where candidates can be reviewed by panels of experts. The participants, arriving from 15 African countries, bring a variety of educational backgrounds to the contest, reflecting the heterogeneous nature of the academic landscape supported by the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES).
The inclusion of human medicine, pharmacy, and veterinary medicine within the five fields of the contest ensures that the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES) maintains high benchmarks for critical health-related disciplines. The rigorous nature of the testing process is intended to ensure that those who succeed in the aggregation contest are prepared to contribute to the academic and professional development of their respective countries.
Since the official start on Monday, 19 October 2026, the event has focused on the systematic review of candidate qualifications. The organization of this contest is a primary function of the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES), which aims to harmonize academic standards. The 23rd edition of the CAMES aggregation contest serves as a platform for these professionals to seek formal recognition of their expertise. The logistics of the event in Bangui have been coordinated to accommodate the large number of candidates participating in the five fields of study. As the competition continues, the Conseil africain et malgache pour l’enseignement supérieur (CAMES) remains focused on the objective of maintaining the integrity of the aggregation process for all 300 candidates.
