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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

Africa Analysis: Continent's science plan needs refocus

Africa's continental science plan still isn't coordinating donor funding. Will a new AMCOST chair meet the challenge, asks Linda Nordling.

26 February 2010 | EN | FR

African Green Revolution is possible

World Food Prize winner Gebisa Ejeta argues that, with the right support, Africa can achieve its long-awaited Green Revolution.

15 February 2010 | EN
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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 men in fishing boat Network will bolster African fisheries research

Africa has launched a university network to strengthen its fisheries sector through improved research and increased collaboration.

26 February 2010 | EN

Africa plans leap into drug R&D

African ministers and researchers meet this week to set out how to ensure the continent's drug research and development meets its needs.

18 February 2010 | EN