Putting science
at the heart of development
New technologies could help end poverty by 2030
Scientific advances have a key role but the challenge is using them without harming sustainable development, says report.
See also: Post-2015 planning offers compelling messages for scientists
Sub-Saharan Africa must improve its scientific and technological capacity if it is to boost socio-economic development. But experts disagree on how to improve this capacity.
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Opinions and Analysis
Africa Analysis: Continent must back TB research drive
International bodies are offering true research opportunities, but African funding is needed to prepare the ground, writes Linda Nordling.
Africa Analysis: Kenya sending the wrong message about GM foods
Kenya has bypassed its own biosafety watchdog in banning GM foods, which will stifle balanced debate of GM in Africa, says Linda Nordling.
7 December 2012
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Africa Analysis: Uganda must streamline its science
4 October 2012
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Policy Briefs
Developing innovation systems for African agriculture
Developing innovation systems, rather than technology transfer, can benefit small farmers and promote agricultural development in Africa.
9 July 2012
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Source: Future Agricultures Consortium
Fostering technological capabilities in sub-Saharan Africa
Manufacturers in sub-Saharan Africa need policy support at all levels if their technological capabilities are to catch up with other developing countries. Carlo Pietrobelli looks at problems and solutions.
1 November 2006
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News and Features
China-Africa joint medical research to deepen
China and Africa are working on plans to offer African scientists training, carry out joint research and transfer technology.
7 May 2013
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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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Burundi's agriculture sector taps into Belgian funds
17 April 2013
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HIV drug resistance test to slash costs by 80 per cent
9 April 2013
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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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