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Countries in sub-Sahara Africa are making significant strides in development thanks to increased uptake in research and development that seeks to raise the quality of lives through social and economic…
Countries in sub-Sahara Africa are making significant strides in development thanks to increased uptake in research and development that seeks to raise the quality of lives through social and economic improvement.
In line with efforts to meet Sustainable Development Goals, institutions of higher learning in these countries are undertaking various research projects basing on promoting science, technology and innovation.
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