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Science & Innovation Policy: R&D in Africa

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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

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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.

(Photo credit: USAID/K.Burns)

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.

4 April 2013 | EN | FR

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 | EN

Policy Briefs

Farmer, Rwanda 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 | EN
Source: Future Agricultures Consortium

Cotton processing factory in South Africa 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 | EN


News and Features

Research into malaria testing, University of Ghana 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 | EN

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 | EN

Practical Guides

Journalist 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 | EN
Source: Wellcome Trust