Science Granting Councils Initiative
The Science Granting Councils Initiative is a multilateral initiative that aims to strengthen the capacities of science funding agencies in sub-Saharan Africa to support research and evidence that can be used to inform policies that will contribute to economic and social development.
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Low-tech health app engages
Five years after its launch, PENSA – a mobile app developed in Mozambique— has been accessed by more than four…
New multilateral research call that supports the implementation of STISA 2034
Supporting STISA 2034: SGCI Collaborative Research Call
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Namibia science council builds next generation of innovators
Young people in Namibia are gaining practical innovation skills to tackle real-world challenges, thanks to a hands-on programme led by the National Commission on Research, Science…
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Namibia science council builds next generation of innovators
Young people in Namibia are gaining practical innovation skills to tackle real-world challenges, thanks to a hands-on programme led by the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST). From 13 to 17 July 2026, the NCRST, in partnership with the Namibia Chamber of Environment…
SGCI-STISA 2034 Call: Join the webinar and learn more
As interest grows in the Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) Multilateral Research Call, prospective applicants are encouraged to prepare early, build strong research partnerships, and take advantage of upcoming information sessions designed to guide researchers through the application process. advantage of information sessions designed to…
Africa needs stronger agricultural research to secure its food future
Africa has made important gains in agricultural production over the past decades, yet millions of people across the continent continue to face food insecurity, malnutrition and the growing impacts of climate change. Population growth, declining soil fertility, emerging pests and diseases, water scarcity, and fragmented…




