Putting science
at the heart of development
As African governments begin to increase their spending on research and development, there is a growing recognition that science and technology is essential to promoting economic growth.
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Opinions and Analysis
Africa Analysis: Science advisory body needs resources
Will the innovation council created to advise African nations on science have enough funding, asks Linda Nordling.
Africa Analysis: Research topic trends are useful for Africa
Analysis of scientific trends can help policymakers target limited resources where science and development collide, argues Linda Nordling.
Africa Analysis: Uganda must streamline its science
4 October 2012
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News and Features
Expert panel urges Africa to boost science capacity
African nations' should train more scientists and build more research institutions to drive development, experts recommend.
Revealing barriers faced by Africa's women entrepreneurs
New research aims to help African policymakers understand the constraints on women entrepreneurs to unlock their economic potential.
5 May 2013
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Uganda steps closer to creating science ministry
5 April 2013
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African scientists call for climate change evidence
28 December 2012
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Practical Guides
Navigating science PR in African institutions
Guidance on how science media officers can put African science on the map with balanced and effective reporting.
23 December 2011
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Source: Wellcome Trust
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