Smallholder dominated agrifood systems in sub-Sahara Africa, like other developing regions are at a transformative crossroad shaped by multiple, interacting social, environmental, and economic challenges. These include persisting food and nutrition insecurity coupled with food waste and loss, effects of climate change induced extreme weather, biodiversity loss, global threats like conflict and economic crises that […]

Communicating research findings to policymakers is crucial for bridging the gap between academia and real-world impact. This webinar will explore effective strategies, best practices, and case studies to bridge the gap between research outcomes and policymaking processes. During the discussions, we will explore the importance of effective communication strategies in conveying complex research insights to […]

This webinar examines the evolving nature of research and innovation policy and associated outcomes in South Africa. It critiques research and innovation policy starting at the micro level of the firm, through to the aggregate level of STI indicators. Four case studies, each within their own sectoral. The Case studies elicit the nature and origins […]

This webinar examines the intricate relationship between innovation and Global Value Chain (GVC) participation, with a focus on Africa's growing integration into global networks. It highlights the pivotal role of National Innovation Systems (NIS) in fostering technological advancement and the potential of GVCs to drive industrialisation across the continent. Despite challenges such as limited research […]

The AfricaLics Alumni Webinar: Pitching Research and Translating research into Action, is a first-of-its-kind event, and the first alumni gathering in 2025.

Increasingly, African states recognise the significance of science, technology and innovation (STI) measurement for assessing progress towards the SDGs and STI Strategy for Africa (STISA) targets, as well as monitoring STI policy achievements at a national level. A concern is that STI measurement is heavily reliant on concepts and theories transposed from the experience of […]

Innovation is recognised as key for driving new development pathways that address socio-economic challenges, including the intersection of today’s megatrends: the climate transition, digital revolution, and demographics shifts. In Africa, a key question remains: How can innovation become transformative in the face of these overlapping challenges and opportunities? This seminar will discuss how African countries […]