Yes, EUCLID (Pôle Universitaire Euclide – Euclid University) is officially listed in the UNESCO/IAU World Higher Education Database (WHED).
What is the WHED?
The World Higher Education Database (WHED) is the most authoritative global reference database of recognized higher education institutions. It is jointly maintained by the International Association of Universities (IAU) in collaboration with UNESCO. The WHED provides comprehensive information on higher education systems, academic credentials, and approximately 21,000–22,000 accredited or officially recognized higher education institutions (HEIs) across 196 countries and territories.
How is the WHED updated?
The database is continuously updated with official data submitted directly by the national competent authorities of UNESCO Member States — typically Ministries of Higher Education, national accreditation bodies, or National UNESCO Commissions. Institutions must be verified and endorsed through these governmental channels to be included or renewed in the WHED. This process ensures the database remains a reliable, transparent, and internationally trusted source.
Why does a WHED listing matter?
A listing in the WHED is widely recognized as a key indicator of official legitimacy and quality. It is used by:
- The United Nations system (including INSPIRA for employment and credential validation)
- Major international organizations such as WHO and UNICEF
- Governments, universities, and professional credential evaluation services worldwide
Being included helps ensure that degrees are more readily recognized for employment, further studies, or professional licensing across borders.
EUCLID’s Specific Listing
EUCLID is listed in the WHED with the unique identifier IAU-024734 under the name “Pôle Universitaire Euclide – Euclid University.” Because the WHED system only allows one primary entry per institution, EUCLID appears under its historic headquarters in Bangui, Central African Republic (not its current operational headquarters in The Gambia).
In summary, EUCLID’s official inclusion in the UNESCO/IAU WHED confirms its status as a recognized institution of higher education at the international level — fully consistent with its treaty-based intergovernmental mandate. You can verify the listing directly on the WHED portal.