Main Editorial Theme: The CARTA newsletter for July-December 2025 focuses on scaling effective PhD and research training practices across Africa. It emphasizes the consortium's role in embedding sustainable, high-quality doctoral training methods within partner institutions, highlighting the transition from innovation to standard practice.
Key Research Stories and Highlights: Moi University has adopted structured supervision practices, transforming mentoring relationships and feedback quality. The University of Rwanda has expanded access to doctoral research methodology training through e-learning, enhancing consistency and quality across colleges. These initiatives demonstrate CARTA's influence in fostering rigorous academic environments.
Scholar/Cohort Updates: The newsletter celebrates the achievements of CARTA fellows, including seven PhD completions and several promotions and appointments. Testimonials from Cohort 11 fellows reflect the transformative impact of CARTA's Joint Advanced Seminars on their research skills and personal growth.
Institutional News: Makerere University has reformed its PhD training by adopting a cohort-based admission system and structured curriculum, inspired by CARTA's approach. The University of Nairobi has implemented faculty-based workshops to harmonize PhD supervision standards, supported by CARTA's step-down intervention model.
Events: CARTA hosted its 20th Partners' Forum in Dar es Salaam, focusing on strategic planning for 2026-2030. The forum included discussions on governance, partnerships, and curriculum updates, reinforcing CARTA's commitment to enhancing doctoral training across Africa. The newsletter also features pictorial highlights from key events and conferences.