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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New multilateral research call that supports the implementation of STISA 2034

Supporting STISA 2034: SGCI Collaborative Research Call

25 September 2026, 23:59 EDT
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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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SGCI members at a panel discussion

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…