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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

Woman in maize field New maize could prepare farmers for climate change

Maize productivity could soar with new drought-tolerant maize varieties as adverse climatic changes loom.

2 September 2010 | EN | ES

Examining diseased maize 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.

31 August 2010 | EN | 中文

Features

Mary Anayango Oyunga 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 | EN
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 | EN


Editorial

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We have joined Twitter and Facebook to build our science for development platform but we need your help to make the most of social media.

27 August 2010 | EN | ES | 中文

Opinions

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