When Africa Came Together in Ludhiana: Inside SBS's International Students Meet
African students from universities across India gathered at Synetic College for a day of connection, conversation, and community — and it was everything a gathering like this should be.
A Gathering That Needed to Happen
There are thousands of African students studying across India. The question SBS asked was simple: what if we brought them together?
The Meet
Synetic College hosted a vibrant international student meet that brought together African students — predominantly from Liberia 🇱🇷 — studying across various colleges and universities throughout India.
SBS: A Global Community
From Liberia to Gambia, from Somalia to Zimbabwe — the students at SBS represent over 16 countries. That diversity is not incidental to what we are. It is central to it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many international students study at Synetic Business School?
SBS hosts a thriving international community of over 500 African students, representing more than 16 countries including Liberia, Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Gambia, and Somalia.
Does SBS organize events specifically for international students?
Yes. The SBS International Students Meet brings together African students — from SBS and from other colleges and universities across India — for a day of connection and community, in addition to the day-to-day support international students receive on campus.
Which African countries do SBS students come from?
SBS students come from over 16 African countries, most prominently Liberia, alongside Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Gambia, and Somalia — all part of a diverse, established international community with over 20 years of history at SBS.
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SBS Editorial Team
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