This book is an essential resource for academics, postgraduate students, policymakers, and higher education practitioners, particularly those engaged in internationalisation, sustainability, curriculum development, and educational policy in the Global South. It critically examines the intersection of globalisation and sustainable development within higher education, offering theoretical insights and practical strategies. Featuring contributions from leading scholars, it explores themes such as Indigenous Knowledge Systems, STEAM education, inclusive pedagogy, and curriculum reform. By addressing the challenges and opportunities of internationalisation, this volume provides a roadmap for fostering globally engaged yet locally responsive institutions that advance equity, sustainability, and innovation in Southern African higher education.
Contributors are: Conilius Jaison Chagwiza, Munyaradzi Chidarikire, Pinias Chikuvadze, Thuthukile Jita, Theresia Joakim Kanyopa, Fumane Portia Khanare, Anne-Faith Majoni, Farirai P. Matemavi, Clareta Makuvire, Albert Mufanechiya, Edson Mudzamiri, Samuel Mugijima, Christopher Mutseekwa, Samuel Nnadoziem Ndukuba, Zezekwa Nicholas, Peace Ginika Nwokedi, Gladys Sunzuma, Davira Tamuka, Kudzayi Tarisayi, Mamosa Thaanyane, Mudavanhu Young and Joseph Zuva.
Kudzayi Savious Tarisayi, was a Senior Lecturer at Stellenbosch University. An NRF C2-rated researcher, he has published widely on contemporary issues in education and artificial intelligence in education, including his book Leading the AI Revolution in Education (Eliva Press, 2024).
Preface
List of Figures and Tables
Notes on Contributors
Introduction: Navigating the NexusâInternationalisation and Sustainable Development in Southern African Higher Education
âKudzayi Savious Tarisayi
1 Theoretical Foundations of Internationalisation and Sustainable Development in Higher Education: A Southern African Perspective
âKudzayi Savious Tarisayi
2 Conceptualising Entrepreneurship Education in Higher Education: A Case of Lesotho and South Africa Higher Education
âMamosa Thaanyane and Thuthukile Jita
3 Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa
âClaretah Makuvire and Albert Mufanechiya
4 STEAM Education in Institutions of Higher Learning: A Pathway towards Lifelong Learning
âChristopher Mutseekwa, Mugijima Samuel and Farirai P. Matemavi
5 Unconditional Love and Support for Humanity: Nurturing Gender Identity Equity and Inclusivity in Higher Education Institutions in Southern Africa
âTheresia Joakim Kanyopa
6 Reflections on the University Experience: A Case Study of International Postgraduate Students at a South African University
âPeace Ginika Nwokedi, Fumane Portia Khanare and Samuel Nnadoziem Ndukuba
7 Black International Students in the 21st Century South African University: Resiliencies Amid Adversities
âPeace Ginika Nwokedi and Fumane Portia Khanare
8 Modularisation of Higher Education Curriculum for Sustainable Development in Southern Africa
âDaimond Dziva, Young Mudavanhu, Pinias Chikuvadze and Joseph Zuva
9 Addressing Sexual Exploitation and Harassment in Teachers Colleges: Drivers, Consequences and Solutions
âTamuka Davira, Anne-Faith Majoni and Munyaradzi Chidarikire
10 Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems into Science Educatorsâ Professional Development for Cultural Sustainability
âDaimond Dziva, Young Mudavanhu, Christopher Mutseekwa and Samuel Mugijima
11 Electronic Teaching Practicum in STEM Teacher Education in Higher Education in Southern Africa
âNicholas Zezekwa, Gladys Sunzuma, Pinias Chikuvadze, Conilius Jaison Chagwiza and Edson Mudzamiri
Index
This book is essential for academics, postgraduate students, policymakers, and practitioners in higher education, particularly those focusing on internationalisation, sustainability, curriculum development, and educational policy in the Global South.