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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Côte d’Ivoire’s FONSTI charts new course with 2026–2030 plan
The Fund for Science, Technology and Innovation (FONSTI) in Côte d’Ivoire has begun shaping a new strategic direction to strengthen research funding and position science and…
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Côte d’Ivoire’s FONSTI charts new course with 2026–2030 plan
The Fund for Science, Technology and Innovation (FONSTI) in Côte d’Ivoire has begun shaping a new strategic direction to strengthen research funding and position science and innovation as key drivers of national development. During a three-day workshop held in Grand-Bassam from 21–23 July 2026, researchers,…
What Namibia’s infrastructure map reveals about its gaps
When communities in Namibia transform organic waste into clean energy, when satellite technology helps warn vulnerable communities of approaching floods, or when scientists develop climate-smart farming solutions and improve indigenous crops to boost nutrition, the breakthroughs are easy to see. What often remains invisible is…
STISA-2034: Artificial intelligence for Africa’s development
Artificial Intelligence is reshaping the way countries respond to complex development challenges, offering new opportunities to improve healthcare, strengthen food systems, expand economic opportunities, and enhance public service delivery. Researchers are increasingly applying AI and digital technologies to address local priorities, creating solutions that are…
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