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: Multi-country research partnerships for greater impact
Africa’s development challenges, from climate resilience to health system strengthening to inclusive digital transformation, rarely stop at national borders. Many of the issues facing communities across…
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STISA-2034: Multi-country research partnerships for greater impact
Africa’s development challenges, from climate resilience to health system strengthening to inclusive digital transformation, rarely stop at national borders. Many of the issues facing communities across the continent require evidence, expertise and solutions that can be developed and tested across different contexts. This is why…
Ghana’s research lead wins continental recognition
Eric Danquah, Chairman of the Ghana National Research Fund’s (GNRF) Governing Board, has been elected a Fellow of the Liberia Academy of Sciences (LAS), a distinction recognising his contributions to plant genetics, crop improvement, and agricultural research across Africa. His work has shaped institutions, trained…
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…
