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.

Low-tech health app engages

Five years after its launch, PENSA – a mobile app developed in Mozambique— has been accessed by more than four…

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Session open to postdoctoral researchers from all academic disciplines

DFG to host virtual session on research partnership opportunities with Germany

17 June 2026 - DFG virtual session
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Mozambique’s FNI showcases research impact at landmark seminar

Mozambique’s National Research Fund (FNI) marked a milestone in its scientific agenda by co-hosting two landmark events that brought together researchers, educators, and policymakers to advance…

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Mozambique seminar

Mozambique’s FNI showcases research impact at landmark seminar

Mozambique’s National Research Fund (FNI) marked a milestone in its scientific agenda by co-hosting two landmark events that brought together researchers, educators, and policymakers to advance the country’s research and innovation ecosystem. Held in partnership with Licungo University, from November 19-21, 2025, the dual seminar,…

NRF Kenya STRI4Society week

Rethinking research and innovation funding in Africa’s post-aid era

Reflections by Dr. Ellie Osir on building stronger foundations for STI financing At Kenya’s Science, Technology, Research and Innovation (STRI) Week, one message stood out clearly: Africa must rethink how it funds research and innovation in a rapidly changing global environment. Co-convened by Kenya’s National…

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Ghana’s nano-scientist is fighting the drugs hiding in water

In many parts of the world, people worry about dirty water they can see, muddy streams, industrial waste, or plastic pollution. But scientists are increasingly concerned about the invisible traces of medicines quietly flowing through rivers and drinking water systems with little means to stop…