Describes the formidable problems confronting sub-Saharan universities such as increased enrollment, fiscal challenges, quality issues, and rising graduate unemployment, and how private universities are increasingly seen as an alternative. Examines the challenges and opportunities facing these private universities. (EV)

Private Islamic universities are increasing in East Africa, where higher education is increasingly privatized and diversified. The progressive scholars behind the trend are seeking opportunities for dynamic encounters between Islam and modern secular disciplines. The model is the 11-year-old Islamic University in Uganda, which is now attempting to…