The Egyptian revolution has led to a golden year for science with increased investment, ambitious plans and renewed public interest.

Uganda's president has declared, again, that he will raise scientists' pay to "international standards".

A conference has called for new agricultural universities in East and Central Africa with a focus on innovation.

Botswana is awaiting parliamentary approval next month of two science and technology bodies.

Scientists and officials in Senegal are working on a science policy that will join up research efforts to meet development needs.

A plan has been launched to link the new Zewail City of Science and Technology, with research institutions sharing similar interests.

Kenya has earmarked US$1 million to a flagship programme for boosting development-related research by women scientists.

The inaugural Olusegun Obasanjo Prize has been awarded to HIV/AIDS researchers Salim S. and Quarraisha Abdool Karim.

Working conditions are more important than salary, or bouts of training, for shaping morale in research institutions, says a study.

The Tunisian government aims to revive its technological exports by boosting science and technology innovation.

A rising burden of non-communicable diseases in Africa requires more investment in science, a conference has heard.

The Democratic Republic of Congo will launch a scientific journal to improve communication among scientists.

A new ministry in Burkina Faso has a remit to unite science and innovation across government departments, in pursuit of development.

A decision on whether permanently to reject the controversial UNESCO-Obiang research prize has been postponed once again.

Other developing countries could prove important role models for Haiti on how to build science into its reconstruction plans, says a report.

An international biotechnology centre should begin operations in Nigeria early next year.

Kenya's secretary of state for agriculture says scientists should leave their 'comfort zone' and engage opponents of GM foods in public debate.

A WHO study has found that African governments are giving traditional medicine increasing support.

A mentoring scheme for African women in agricultural science has been inundated with applications.

Researchers in Mali will gain access to a new science funding source in October, which could help improve science-based development in the country.