News
Namibia’s young innovators showcase solutions at Falling Walls Lab
Namibia’s young innovators are developing practical solutions to some of the country’s pressing challenges, from improving mobility for people with visual impairments to finding ways of storing solar energy for use when sunlight is unavailable. These ideas were showcased at the Falling Walls Lab Namibia 2026, hosted by the National Commission on Research, Science and…
STISA-2034: One month left: Is your consortium ready?
With less than one month until the deadline, African researchers interested in the SGCI–STISA 2034 Multilateral Research Call should be moving from partnership-building to proposal preparation. The countdown has begun. Researchers and institutions have until 25 September 2026 at 23:59 EDT to submit expressions of interest for the Call, an opportunity that supports Africa-led research…
Ethiopia joins global AI body as national science systems expand
Ethiopia has joined 28 other countries in establishing a new international body to promote cooperation and governance in artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting the country’s growing focus on using science, technology and innovation to drive development. Ethiopia’s Minister of Innovation and Technology, Belete Mola, signed the establishment agreement for the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO)…
Understanding STISA-2034 call eligibility
The Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) opened its multilateral research call to advance Africa’s Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA 2034), and interest from applicants is building across the continent’s research community. Before diving into a proposal, here’s what determines whether your institution and consortium qualify. Who is eligible The call is open…
Gambia workshop tackles research funding gaps
Research funding alone cannot fix a research system without investment in people, systems and institutions; this was the central message driving a three-day capacity-strengthening workshop held in The Gambia. The workshop, held from 4–6 August, was organised by the National Research and Innovation Fund (NRIF) in collaboration with the African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS),…
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 multi-country research partnerships are at the heart of the Science…
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 generations of plant breeders, and strengthened the continent’s capacity to…
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 SGCI-STISA 2034 Multilateral Research Call, which supports collaborative research aligned…
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…
