The Association of African Universities (AAU) and ten (10) Educational Technology Companies jointly hosted the inaugural Executive Educational Technology Forum (Executive EduTech Forum) in Accra Ghana from 21-22 November 2017. The event was attended by 100 participants from Highers Education sectors and representatives of Educational Technology Companies. In his Opening Speech the AAU Secretary General, Professor Etienne Ehouan Ehile invited the Educational Technology Providers to "take time to understand the needs of African Universities – then tailor their solutions to address real and proven needs."