The advancement marks a major milestone in UB’s growing global competitiveness and academic excellence. Out of 2,191 universities ranked worldwide, UB now falls within the 1001-1200 band, reflecting its expanding international presence and reinforcing its transformation into a mid-tier university with increasing global impact.
In Africa, UB maintained a strong Quartile two (2) position in both the continental and Sub-Saharan Africa categories, ranking 37th out of 141 universities in Africa and 16th out of 56 in Sub-Saharan Africa. Such performance places UB firmly among the top half of ranked African universities, a remarkable feat in a competitive landscape dominated by South African, Egyptian and Nigerian institutions.
