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SUMMARY:Africa’s LDCS: The STI imperatives for addressing development challenges and enhancing prospects for advancement
DESCRIPTION:The Least Developed Countries (LDCs) are so classified on the basis of their scores determined by the criteria of socio-economic development. Africa has 32 of the world’s 44 LDCs. Graduation from that category of countries signifies the progress that the countries have achieved in their development efforts. This paper discusses the LDCs\, the challenges facing their graduation from the LDC classification and the prospects for upliftment. The classification is based primarily on three core sets of criteria namely\, GNI per capita\, the human asset index (HAI) and the economic and environmental vulnerability index (EVI). The paper argues that these indices present opportunities for Science\, Technology and Innovation (STI) application to address challenges and enhance prospects for advancement. It highlights the challenges intrinsic to the LDCs’ contexts\, and the challenges prevailing in the current global economy and political systems. The paper discusses options for navigating these challenges through STI. LDCs have low STI capacities with relatively lower-than-expected impacts of their STI systems on their economies and societies. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) reflect global aspirations\, which are relevant to the development contexts of the LDCs. The current political and economic policy shifts and uncertainties are posing new challenges for the LDCs and constraining their graduation from this category of developing countries. The frontier technologies and the increasing technological innovations are bringing to the fore the importance of prioritizing STI\, which holds the key for addressing conventional and emerging challenges.  This paper concludes that\, there is need for strategic STI capacity development for LDCs\, with emphasis on the areas of the socio-economic indicators for graduation from the LDC category. \nKeynote Speaker  \n\nProf. George Owusu Essegbey \nHe is the Chief Executive Officer CSIR-Technology and Transfer Centre\, Accra\, Ghana and former President of AfricaLics. He was the Director of the Science and Technology Policy Research Institute (STEPRI) of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) of Ghana\, in Accra. He held this position for more than ten years spearheading the institute’s development of research projects and partnerships. He served on a number of national and international Boards including Ghana’s National Development Planning Commission (NDPC). He has several years of experience in Science and Technology (S&T) policy research\, innovation studies\, climate change and sustainable agriculture. He holds a Ph.D. in Development Studies (University of Cape Coast) and M.A. in International Affairs (University of Ghana). He did Ph.D. internship at the United Nations University (Institute for New Technologies\, now UNU-MERIT) in Maastricht\, The Netherlands. Dr. Essegbey was a recipient of a Commonwealth Fellowship at the Policy Research in Engineering\, Science and Technology (PREST) of the University of Manchester\, UK. In the course of his research career\, Dr. Essegbey served various national and international organisations with his expertise including FAO\, UNESCO\, UNCTAD\, UNEP\, WIPO and the World Bank. He was a member of the 10-Member Expert Group supporting the United Nations Technology Facilitation Mechanism with the UN Inter-agency Task Team on Science\, Technology and Innovation (STI) for the SDGs. \n\n\nHow to register \n\n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link or get in touch with Yvonne Gitu at Y.Gitu@acts-net.org for more details. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar.
URL:https://africalics.org/event/africas-ldcs-the-sti-imperatives-for-addressing-development-challenges-and-enhancing-prospects-for-advancement/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="AfricaLics Secretariat":MAILTO:secretariat@africalics.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250814T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250814T173000
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SUMMARY:AfricaLics webinar & official launch of the Innovation and Sustainable Energy Transition in Africa (i-SET Africa) Research Coordination Area (RCA)
DESCRIPTION:Webinar Topic: Energy Transition in Africa: Leveraging Critical Minerals for Local Value Addition \nRegister here \nBackground and Rationale \nAfrica is home to significant reserves of critical minerals such as lithium\, cobalt\, nickel\, graphite\, rare earth elements\, and copper—minerals that are central to the global energy transition. As the world shifts toward cleaner energy technologies\, demand for these resources is rising rapidly. However\, the continent’s role in global energy value chains remains primarily extractive\, with limited local beneficiation and value addition. This model risks perpetuating a cycle of external dependency\, environmental degradation\, and missed industrial development opportunities. \nAmidst growing global interest in green technologies\, Africa’s critical minerals present a strategic opportunity to catalyze inclusive\, sustainable development and structural transformation. However\, seizing this opportunity requires a fundamental rethinking of current policy frameworks\, innovation ecosystems\, investment strategies\, and governance models to drive local value addition and foster homegrown technological capabilities. \nThis webinar marks the official launch of the Innovation and Sustainable Energy Transition in Africa (i-SET Africa) Research Coordination Area (RCA) under AfricaLics. As the inaugural event of the RCA\, it will set the stage for collaborative research and dialogue on sustainable energy futures in Africa. \nThe session will explore how African countries can strategically harness their critical mineral resources to enable a just and inclusive energy transition\, promote green industrialization\, and strengthen their position within global clean technology value chains. \nWebinar Objectives \n\nTo highlight the role of critical minerals in enabling Africa’s energy transition.\nTo examine the opportunities and challenges of local value addition and beneficiation in Africa’s critical minerals sector.\nTo identify policy\, innovation\, and investment pathways for strengthening Africa’s position in global clean energy value chains.\nTo promote dialogue among African researchers\, policymakers\, private sector actors\, and development partners on strategies for a just and sustainable energy transition.\n\nKey Discussion Themes \n\nThe geopolitical economy of critical minerals and Africa’s role in the global energy transition.\nBarriers and enablers to local beneficiation and manufacturing of clean energy technologies in Africa.\nInnovation and industrial policy strategies for building local capacities in the critical minerals value chain.\nThe role of regional cooperation and continental frameworks such as the AfCFTA\, the African Green Minerals Strategy\, and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.\nCase studies on successful local value addition and lessons for scaling.\n\nTarget Participants \n\nPolicymakers and government agencies involved in mining\, energy\, and industrial development.\nResearchers and innovation scholars.\nCivil society organizations and advocacy groups.\nDevelopment finance institutions and donors.\nPrivate sector stakeholders in mining and energy sectors.\nStudents and early-career professionals in relevant fields.\n\nOrganisers \nThis webinar is organised under the Research Coordinating Area of the AfricaLics network by the research team on Innovation and Sustainable Energy Transition in Africa (i-SET Africa). The team leads the thematic area on sustainable energy transitions in Africa\, with a focus on fostering cross-country learning\, research collaboration\, and policy engagement to drive inclusive innovation and green industrial development. \nResearch Coordinating Team on i-SET Africa \n\nThematic Chair Lead Institution: National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM)\, Nigeria\nThematic Chair Lead Person: Dr. Maruf Sanni\, Deputy Director\, NACETEM\nThematic Chair Partner: World Resources Institute (WRI) – Mbeo Ogeya\, Senior Research Associate – Energy Transition\nThematic Chair Partner: National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM)\, Nigeria – Babatunde Adetunji Aodu\, Assistant Chief Research Officer\, NACETEM\n\n\nExpected Outcomes \n\nIncreased awareness of Africa’s critical role in the global energy transition.\nClear articulation of policy and innovation gaps to be addressed for local value addition.\nStrengthened network of stakeholders committed to advancing Africa’s green industrial agenda.\nActionable recommendations for national and regional actors.\n\nFormat and Structure of the Webinar  \n\nWelcome Address & Opening Remarks\nPresentation\nQ&A Session\nWrap-Up & Next Steps\n\nFollow-up Activities \n\nPublication of a post-webinar policy brief and summary report.\nFollow-up webinars and research dissemination activities within the AfricaLics network.\n\nAbout the Speaker \n\nDr. Meron Tesfamichael is the Director of the WRI Africa Energy Program\, leading the Institute’s efforts in two key areas: energy access and clean energy transition. The energy access pillar seeks to identify sustainable\, affordable and reliable energy solutions to communities that lack access or are facing challenges with inadequate or unreliable power supply. Simultaneously\, under the clean energy transition pillar\, support countries in identifying contextually appropriate transition pathways that are in harmony with climate commitments and development needs. \nPrior to joining WRI\, Meron held the position of Senior Research Fellow and Lecturer at University College London\, where her work concentrated on the intersection of energy transition and sustainable development in sub-Saharan Africa. Meron has extensive background in leading and managing projects across Africa on a range of issues\, including energy access and efficiency\, electrification of cooking\, energy governance\, just transition\, and climate-compatible policies. Under flagship energy programs\, Meron has regularly collaborated with researchers\, public institutions\, and development partners to inform the debate on energy access and transition in Africa. \nMeron holds a Ph.D. in politics and a master’s in liberal studies from the New School for Social Research in the USA and has authored numerous reports and academic papers. Meron is also an advocate for integrated and transdisciplinary perspectives on Africa’s energy challenge as essential for developing equitable\, inclusive\, and sustainable solutions. \nModerator’s bio for the AfricaLics Webinar \n\nDr. Maruf Sanni is the Deputy Director of Research at the National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM)\, an agency under Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Innovation\, Science and Technology. He holds a PhD in Public Policy from the University of KwaZulu-Natal\, South Africa\, with a specialization in environmental sustainability. His research focuses on the interface between technological change and sustainable development\, particularly in areas such as low-carbon innovation pathways\, climate-resilient development\, and climate change policy. \nDr. Sanni has held research fellowships at leading international institutions\, including the United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) in Accra\, Ghana\, and the International Centre for Science and High Technology of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in Trieste\, Italy. He is also a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow at the European Institute on Economics and the Environment (EIEE)\, Milan\, Italy\, where his work examined eco-innovation and the role of external knowledge sourcing in developing countries. \nIn addition to his research roles\, Dr. Sanni serves as Nigeria’s National Contact Point (NCP) for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) under the Horizon Europe Programme. He is currently the Head of Technology Management Education and Training department at NACETEM\, where he leads capacity-building initiatives in science\, technology\, and innovation (STI) management. \nMbeo Ogeya \n\nMbeo Ogeya is a Senior Research Associate in the Energy Program at World Resources Institute (WRI). He is a seasoned energy systems modeller\, has expertise in Africa’s energy transition\, and systems of innovation. He uses both data analysis and research to help guide decision-making for partners and projects. Currently Mbeo is leading energy transition projects in Rwanda\, DRC and Ethiopia. Before joining WRI\, Mbeo worked with the Africa Energy Commission (AFREC) and the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI)\, where he supported energy projects across Africa. His work has covered topics like energy efficiency\, bioenergy\, mini-grid development\, and renewable energy planning in several African countries. He has over 15 years of experience in energy and climate change research\, project management\, and capacity building. He is a final year PhD candidate in Innovation Systems and Sustainable Development. Mbeo also holds a Master’s in Energy Management and a bachelor’s in industrial chemistry. \nBabatunde A. Aodu \n\nBabatunde A. Aodu is a researcher at the National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEM). He recently concluded his PhD in Technology Management at the Obafemi Awolowo University (O. A. U.)\, Ile-Ife. His doctoral research focused on sustainable industrialisation in the SMEs sector through green innovation adoption. Babatunde has a M.Sc. (Technology Management) and B.Sc. (Chemistry) from O. A. U. and University of Ilorin\, respectively. He has actively participated in national\, bi-lateral and international research projects such as the IDRC\, GDN\, and NEPAD-ASTII projects\, among others. He is actively contributing to research on STI policy\, green innovation and green transition. \n  \n  \n\nHow to register \n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link or get in touch with Yvonne Gitu at Y.Gitu@acts-net.org for more details. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar.
URL:https://africalics.org/event/official-launch-of-the-innovation-and-sustainable-energy-transition-in-africa-i-set-africa-research-coordination-area-rca/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250904T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250904T173000
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SUMMARY:Innovation Moving South: Globelics at Twenty
DESCRIPTION:We wish to inform you that the webinar originally scheduled for Thursday 4th September 2025\, has been postponed. The new date will be communicated to you in due course. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding. \n\nOver the past 20 years\, the Global Network on the Economics of Learning\, Innovation\, and Competency Building Systems (Globelics) has significantly enriched and reshaped the field of innovation studies. On the occasion of its 20th anniversary\, this paper reviews the accomplishments of the Globelics network\, points to limitations of past research\, and speculates on future directions. The network has broadened the scope of the field of innovation studies to include the Global South and explored topics and concepts where the South provides a distinctive view. Globelics scholars have pursued both catch-up and build-up approaches to development; brought actors from the margins into the understanding of innovation; and woven the complexity of sustainability into thinking about the dynamics of innovation. The future research agenda includes analyzing the multiple pathways to development\, developing concepts at the global level\, moving beyond case studies and applying complex modelling to understanding system dynamics. \nSpeakers \n\nErika Kraemer-Mbula\, University of Johannesburg\, Johannesburg\, South Africa\nSusan Cozzens\, Georgia Institute of Technology\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, USA\nMichiko Iizuka\, National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies\, Tokyo\, Japan\nRasmus Lema\, University of Johannesburg\, Johannesburg\, South Africa\nMarina Szapira\, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro\, Rio de Janeiro\, Brazil\nAndrew Cummings\, Latin American Faculty in Social Sciences (FLASCO)\, El Salvador\n\n\nHow to register \n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link or get in touch with Yvonne Gitu at Y.Gitu@acts-net.org for more details. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar.
URL:https://africalics.org/event/innovation-moving-south-globelics-at-twenty/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="AfricaLics Secretariat":MAILTO:secretariat@africalics.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250918T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20250918T173000
DTSTAMP:20250911T122512Z
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SUMMARY:An Agenda for Research on Innovation and Development: A conversation with Susan Cozzens
DESCRIPTION:Based on the workshops and summary paper prepared for the 20th anniversary of Globelics\, Susan will lead a discussion of key research challenges for the field to address in the coming decades. She will present the main findings from a paper: “Innovation Moving South: Globelics at Twenty\,” co-authored by Erika Kramer-Mbula\, Susan Cozzens\, Michiko Iizuka\, Rasmus Lema\, Marina Shapiro\, and Andrew Cummings. \nKeynote Speaker \n\nProf. Susan Cozzens \nSusan E. Cozzens is Professor Emerita in the School of Public Policy. Prof. Cozzens’s research interest is innovation and inequality\, with a focus on how science\, technology\, and innovation policies affect the intersections between them. Her current projects are on the potential for artificial intelligence to increase or decrease inequalities and on women in leadership in science-intensive U.S. federal agencies. Prof. Cozzens is on the Scientific Board of GLOBELICS\, the global network on the economics of learning\, innovation\, and competence building systems\, as well as its AfricaLics regional chapter\, and Chair of the Advisory Committee of CESTII\, the Centre for Science\, Technology and Innovation Indicators of the Human Sciences Research Council in South Africa. \n\nHow to register \n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link or get in touch with Yvonne Gitu at Y.Gitu@acts-net.org for more details. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar.
URL:https://africalics.org/event/an-agenda-for-research-on-innovation-and-development-a-conversation-with-susan-cozzens/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260226T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260226T173000
DTSTAMP:20260224T084003Z
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SUMMARY:From Discrimination to Commitment: diversity management in emerging economies
DESCRIPTION:Register Here \nDecades of HR diversity management research in the Global North has examined the impact of negative stereotypes on organisational outcomes. Yet\, understanding is limited in the Global South\, notably in post-colonial countries like Nigeria\, where indigenous multi-ethnicity complicates perceptions of employee commitment and discrimination against specific social identities. This study investigates the relationship between age discrimination and employee commitment\, moderated by diversity management\, within the Nigerian banking industry. Utilising a quantitative explanatory approach and drawing on social exchange theory\, data were collected from 656 employees in the Nigerian banking sector through survey questionnaires. Structural Equation Modelling (SEM)\, confirmatory factor analysis\, and Cronbach alpha techniques were employed for hypothesis testing and reliability assessment. The findings reveal a negative association between perceived age discrimination and employee commitment within the Nigerian banking sector. The findings suggest a need for integrating diversity management policies with HR practice fairness (policy-practice exchange)\, tailored to the contextual nuances of employee inequality experiences (context-experience exchange). The study contributes to HRM theory and practice. Drawing on social exchange theory\, we show that diversity management in Global South organisations necessitates prioritising the integration (or exchange) of HRM practice with practice fairness. This approach is crucial for fostering employee commitment and addressing discrimination based on specific identities like age. \nKeywords: Age Discrimination\, Employee Commitment\, Diversity Management\, Age\, Nigerian Banking Sector \n\nSpeaker \nOluwatomi Adedeji is a Senior Lecturer in Organisational Behaviour in the Department of Leadership\, Management and Human Resources. Dr. Oluwatomi has 11 years of experience in teaching and research. She is an Associate Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)\, UK. Oluwatomi hold an M.A. in Human resouces management from Coventry University\, UK and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Business and Management from the University of Huddersfield. \nOluwatomi’s research interest cuts across the fields of Human Resource Management; particular interests are Organisational Behaviour\, Employee Commitment\, Diversity and Conflict Management\, Age discrimination among others. In her doctorial research\, Oluwatomi researched on how age inclusive HR practices are related to perceptions of age discrimination and in turn how perceived age discrimination is associated with employee commitment and turnover intention as well as how diversity management interacts with this association. Oluwatomi is actively engaged in research projects and activities both nationally and internationally. \n\n\nHow to register \n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link or get in touch with Ms. Yvonne Gitu at Y.Gitu@acts-net.org for more details. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar.
URL:https://africalics.org/event/from-discrimination-to-commitment-diversity-management-in-emerging-economies/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
ORGANIZER;CN="AfricaLics Secretariat":MAILTO:secretariat@africalics.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260617T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260617T154500
DTSTAMP:20260613T103415Z
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SUMMARY:Official Inauguration Ceremony of the Advancing Inclusive Agricultural Innovation for Climate Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa (AACRA) RCA’s Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Building a Collaborative Community of Practice for Research\, Innovation\, and Knowledge Exchange in Sub-Saharan Africa \nBackground and Rationale \nThe Advancing Inclusive Agricultural Innovation for Climate Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa (AACRA) Research Coordination Area (RCA) is establishing a Regional Community of Practice (CoP) to foster structured collaboration\, learning\, and knowledge exchange among researchers working on agricultural innovation and climate resilience across Sub-Saharan Africa. \nFollowing a competitive Call for Expression of Interest\, 89 qualified researchers from diverse countries across Africa have been carefully selected to join this inaugural Community of Practice. These members represent a multidisciplinary and geographically diverse network of scholars and practitioners committed to advancing inclusive agricultural innovation\, strengthening climate resilience\, and contributing to evidence-informed development outcomes across the continent. \nThe establishment of this Community of Practice responds to the need for a more coordinated and sustained platform for collaboration among researchers working on related thematic areas. It is designed to enhance peer learning\, promote interdisciplinary engagement\, strengthen mentorship opportunities\, and support the co-production of knowledge that is relevant to policy and practice. \nThe inauguration of the AACRA RCA Community of Practice\, scheduled for 17th June\, marks the formal launch and recognition of this newly constituted network. The ceremony will serve as a milestone event to welcome the selected members\, introduce the structure and thematic working groups of the CoP\, and present its strategic orientation and expected contributions to research and policy discourse in Africa. \nObjectives of the Programme \nThe specific objectives of the inauguration ceremony are to: \n\nOfficially inaugurate and formally launch the AACRA RCA’s Regional Community of Practice.\nPresent the vision\, goals\, objectives\, and strategic direction of the AACRA RCA.\nShare key findings from the RCA State of the Art Report and analytical membership profile.\nIntroduce the thematic working groups and operational clusters of the RCA.\nPromote collaboration\, networking\, mentorship\, and interdisciplinary engagement among alumni members.\nStrengthen institutional partnerships and stakeholder support for RCA activities and future initiatives.\n\nImplementation Strategy \nThe inauguration ceremony will be implemented through a structured virtual engagement approach involving presentations\, goodwill messages\, interactive discussions\, and ceremonial activities. The programme will be moderated to ensure effective coordination\, smooth transitions\, and strict time management. \nThe implementation strategy will include: \n\nPresentation of the AACRA RCA vision\, goals\, objectives\, and strategic priorities.\nDissemination of the RCA State of the Art Report and analytical profile of members.\nIntroduction of thematic working groups and operational clusters to facilitate collaboration and specialization.\nTestimonial sessions from newly integrated alumni members to encourage participation and ownership.\nGoodwill messages from AACRA RCA experts\nOfficial declaration and ceremonial inauguration of the AACRA RCA.\nOpen floor discussions\, reflections\, and questions-and-answers session to encourage interaction and collective engagement.\nDocumentation of key discussions\, commitments\, and outcomes for post-event dissemination.\n\nExpected Outcomes \nAt the end of the inauguration ceremony\, the following outcomes are expected: \n\nSuccessful formal inauguration of the AACRA Regional Community of Alumni (RCA).\nIncreased awareness and understanding of the RCA’s goals\, structure\, and strategic direction.\nEnhanced engagement and integration of alumni members into thematic working groups and collaborative networks.\nStrengthened partnerships and stakeholder commitment toward RCA initiatives.\nImproved networking\, collaboration\, and interdisciplinary knowledge exchange among participants.\nDocumentation of key resolutions\, commitments\, and recommendations to guide future RCA activities.\n\nTarget Audience \nThe programme will target: \n\nAACRA RCA core team\nNewly admitted CoP researchers\nRepresentatives of other Africalics RCAs\n\nProgramme Coordination \nThe inauguration ceremony will be coordinated by the AACRA RCA Core Team under the leadership of Dr. Mercy Salami\, with support from designated speakers\, presenters\, organizing members and the moderator. \n\nHow to register \n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link or get in touch with Yvonne Gitu at Y.Gitu@acts-net.org for more details. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar. \n\n\nRCA Members \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Mercy F Salami – (RCA Lead) \nSenior Lecturer\, Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management\, Faculty of Agriculture\, University of Ilorin Nigeria. She is a Fellow of the Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA)\, Northwestern University\, USA.\nProf. Opeyemi E. Ayinde  \nProfessor of Agricultural Economics and Vice-president of the African Association of Agricultural Economists\, Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management\, Faculty of Agriculture University of Ilorin Nigeria.\nDr. Caleb Adelowo \nDeputy director of research at the Technology Innovation and Enterprise Studies Department of the National Centre for Technology Management Obafemi Awolowo University Nigeria.\nRosalyne N. N. Baddoo \nProject Manager for Eco-Inveg\, a USAID Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Horticulture Project\, implemented by the Postharvest Innovation Hub\, Department of Crop Science University of Ghana Ghana.\nAnn Numi  \nResearch fellow\, African Centre for Technology Studies\, ACTS\, Science Technology\, Innovation & Knowledge and Society (STIKS) Programme African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) Kenya.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSanne Chipeta \nFacilitator\, Strategic Sector Cooperation between Nigeria and Denmark in the fields of food safety and livestock production An experienced manager and international adviser with more than 30 years of experience in international Development.\nDr. Catherine Kilelu \nDirector of Communication\, Outreach and Partnerships and a Senior Research Fellow in the Agriculture\, Food and Nutrition Security (AFNS) Program at ACTS. She was a member of the Lancet COVID-19 Commission Task force on Green Recovery\nDr. Faith Mugisha \nDean of Faculty of Business and Management\, Cavendish University\, Uganda She is a two-time beneficiary of the transformation GlobeLics Academy (2019 in Finland) and AfricaLics Academy (2018 in Morocco).\nDr. Adeola O. Olarewaju \nLecturer at the Department of Agricultural Economics and Farm Management\, University of Ilorin\, Nigeria. She was a Visiting Research Fellow at the African Studies Centre Leiden\, Netherlands.\nJemberu T. Asmare \nPhD fellow\, University of Gondar\, Ethiopia. Lecturer and Researcher at Debark University\, Ethiopia Former Registrar Directorate Director /Senate Secretary\, JKU\, Jinka\, Ethiopia.\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://africalics.org/event/official-inauguration-ceremony-of-the-advancing-inclusive-agricultural-innovation-for-climate-resilience-in-sub-saharan-africa-aacra-rcas-community-of-practice/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom\, Kenya
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260820T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Lagos:20260820T153000
DTSTAMP:20260730T102757Z
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SUMMARY:A decolonial option\, among others: border thinking as a tool to shape innovation measurement practice within African country contexts
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will offer an account of how scholars working from within a variety of African country contexts are using a form of border thinking to shape innovation measurement practice. Border thinking is a way of thinking from the borders\, the edges\, the meeting points\, of the field’s key binary constructs – developed/developing\, leading/lagging\, and so on. At its core\, its proponents suggest\, is pluriversality (as opposed to universality)\, multiple ways of knowing\, a global ecology of knowledge. This webinar aims to open up a space for scholarly conversation on some examples of innovation measurement practice that exemplify a border thinking approach\, as well as what lessons these examples have elicited or might elicit for the broader enterprise of innovation measurement. \nSpeaker \nDr Gerard Ralphs is based at the Centre for Science\, Technology and Innovation Indicators. His research on innovation measurement focuses on the South African cultural and creative industries\, in particular the implications for public management and governance.  \n\nHow to register \n\nIf you are interested in attending the webinar\, please register via this link . \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email from AfricaLics Zoom account containing information about joining the webinar. Please ensure you add the invitation to your calendar.
URL:https://africalics.org/event/a-decolonial-option-among-others-border-thinking-as-a-tool-to-shape-innovation-measurement-practice-within-african-country-contexts/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events,Webinar Series
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