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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STISA 2034: Environment research for climate resilience initiatives
As Africa faces growing environmental pressures from climate change, the Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) is calling on researchers to develop innovative, Africa-led solutions that strengthen…
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STISA 2034: Environment research for climate resilience initiatives
As Africa faces growing environmental pressures from climate change, the Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) is calling on researchers to develop innovative, Africa-led solutions that strengthen climate resilience and protect the continent’s natural resources. The Environment and Climate Resilience Spotlight Stream forms part of the…
Namibia launches technology and innovation support centre
Namibia is strengthening its national innovation ecosystem with the official launch of…
STISA 2034: Powering Africa’s future with inclusive energy research
Africa’s energy future will be shaped by the researchers building the technical evidence to support it…



