A New African
Narrative
Africa's premier architectural summit and inter-university competition — hosted in Accra, October 2026, by Central University's School of Architecture and Design.
“Reimagining African Architecture: Identity, Innovation, and Sustainability”
A continental summit and inter-university competition exploring African architecture, urbanism and sustainability — initiated by Central University's School of Architecture and Design (SADe).
Curated by Central University SADeWhy Attend
Redefine the Narrative
Engage a continental movement advancing a distinctly African architecture — culturally grounded, climate-responsive, and globally relevant.
Compete & Collaborate
Enter the ARCCA Challenge — five thematic categories, teams from universities across Africa and the international community.
Meet the Industry
Direct access to architects, urbanists, policymakers, real estate developers, and sustainability advocates shaping Africa's built environment.
Shape a Legacy
ARCCA is a biennial platform. The Accra 2026 edition is the beginning — your participation builds what comes next.
Highlights
Five Categories.
One Continent.
Inter-university teams compete across five thematic briefs addressing pressing architectural and urban challenges. Open to schools across Africa and beyond.
The New African Town
Designing future-ready African communities that integrate sustainability, technology, mobility, culture, and social inclusion.
Iconic African Institution
Conceptualizing landmark civic or educational institutions that reflect African excellence and identity.
The Modern African Palace
Reinterpreting African traditional authority and cultural symbolism within contemporary architectural expression.
Sustainable African Landscapes
Developing resilient ecological and landscape solutions that respond to climate realities and urban environmental pressures.
The African Interior
Exploring contemporary African interior architecture rooted in indigenous aesthetics and modern functionality.
News & Updates
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the Conversation.
Register as a delegate, submit a competition entry, or partner with ARCCA 2026 — Africa's premier architecture summit and student competition.