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Science & Innovation Policy: R&D in Africa

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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.

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Opinions and Analysis

Jatropha nursery in Senegal Maximising Africa's bioenergy potential

African bioenergy projects must focus on new technologies and receive stronger political support, says biofuel expert Emile van Zyl.

1 September 2010 | EN

Africa Analysis: Taking control of science funding

African nations are increasingly taking control of their own science funding — but they must keep the money coming, writes Linda Nordling.

26 August 2010 | EN

Policy Briefs

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

African policymakers urged to make use of space data

Two UN agencies have joined forces to convince African policymakers of the potential use of space technology in disaster management.

18 August 2010 | EN

Southern Africa failing to innovate, says study

A review of southern Africa's scientific output finds the region contributes less than one per cent of the world's publications.

13 August 2010 | EN | FR