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Brightening biofuel prospects in Africa
Harnessing the potential of biofuels to meet Africa's energy and development needs will require new technologies and stronger political commitment, says bioenergy expert Emile van Zyl.
News
New maize could prepare farmers for climate change
Maize productivity could soar with new drought-tolerant maize varieties as adverse climatic changes loom.
Maize disease threatens to devastate East Africa
Rough dwarf maize disease, not previously reported in Africa, is devastating crops but there is little money to research it.
African Union 'would consider taking on UNESCO-Obiang science prize'
27 August 2010
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Sub-Saharan Africa news in brief: 12–25 August 2010
25 August 2010
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Features
Programme for women scientists brings research to the poor
African Women in Agriculture Research and Development is helping researchers bring the fruits of their labour to those who most need it.
17 August 2010
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Source: IPS
Oiling the wheels of Ugandan science
Uganda's president wants to use new-found oil money to fund science and cut aid. But is he striking out too soon, asks Linda Nordling?
9 July 2010
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Editorial
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Opinions
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
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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
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Africa Analysis: skills needed to draw on climate cash
28 July 2010
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