The status of signature and ratification of six regional cooperative conventions concerning recognition of study abroad is reported. They are conventions for: Latin America and the Caribbean; Arab and European states bordering on the Mediterranean; the Arab states; the Europe region; the African states; and Asia and the Pacific. (MSE)

Because of their history rooted in human rights, African universities can now practically and politically undertake international and interinstitutional cooperative projects for human rights and intercultural understanding, especially through such alliances as the Association of African Universities. (MSE)

Information presented on recent developments in the international recognition of academic credentials includes an overview of Canada's interuniversity programs for international development and summaries of regional committee meetings on international recognition in Europe, the Arab states, and the African states. (MSE)

Asserts that universities in Africa are generators of development and of modernization, even if higher education in Africa is poorly developed and faced with serious problems. Proposes various initiatives for redressing the situation including NEPAD, the New Partnership for Africa's Development. Suggests that in targeted areas, such as the…