Why research governance matters for Africa
Why research governance matters for Africa

Dr Evelyn Gitau, Chief Scientific Officer of the Science for Africa Foundation, sets the tone for the day with a powerful reminder of why strong research governance matters. In her opening remarks at the GRMP Standard launch event, she emphasises that credible science does not happen by chance, it is built on systems that value ethics, accountability, and transparency. The Good Research Management Practice Standard (GRMP) ARS 1024:2025 has been developed in partnership with African Organisation for Standardisation – ARSO, and provides a comprehensive framework for strengthening governance, ethics, infrastructure, and compliance across the research lifecycle. Today, as we celebrate […]

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Policy Brief
Policy Brief

This edition explores how agricultural biotechnology holds immensepotential in addressing agricultural production challenges faced byMalawi. The brief focuses on the contributions of agricultural biotechnologyin the cotton industry by improving resilience to pests and diseaseswith specific emphasis on the cotton bollworm Read and download the full policy brief here:

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OPEN FORUM ON AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY (OFAB) MALAWI CHAPTER
OPEN FORUM ON AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY (OFAB) MALAWI CHAPTER

Biotechnology advances are reshaping agriculture and improving food security among other spheres. However, agricultural biotechnology is a relatively misunderstood science, especially in Africa. As with most new ideas, cutting through the myths and misinformation is a daunting but necessary task, which if not handled well can rollback any advantages inherent in the technology. In the face of a rapidly growing population, declining agricultural productivity, climate change and reduced resources available for agricultural research, policymakers are pressed to make the right decisions and are looking for guidance. What is OFAB The Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology in Africa (OFAB) is a […]

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AUDA-NEPAD Hosts 2026 Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Week
AUDA-NEPAD Hosts 2026 Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Week

The National Commission for Science and Technology (NCST), as a member of the Science Granting Council Initiative (SGCI), is this week taking part in the 2026 Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Week.The STI Week is being hosted by the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) in Addis Ababa from 10 to 12 February, 2026.NCST Director General Gift A. Kadzamira is among the delegates that have convened in Addis Ababa to discuss ways of accelerating STI-led development across the continent. Events during the STI Week included the launch of three landmark reports that set out Africa’s path toward a knowledge‑driven future, and […]

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IMPACT STORIES

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STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS

Research and Technology development and management

To provide direction in the development of national research priorities, leadership in research and innovation granting and ethics management

RSTI collaboration, cooperation and partnerships

To facilitate strategic alliances with national and international stakeholders, including academia, industry, government, and civil society, are crucial for maximizing the impact of RSTI activities

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Innovation, Technology Transfer and commercialisation

To promote innovation, facilitate technology transfer, and accelerate the commercialization process at all levels

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RSTI information and Knowledge management

To promote national STI awareness and culture at all levels of society, develop and synthesize STI indicators for making evidence based policy decisions

Resource mobilisation and Enabling Environment
Resource mobilisation, RSTI Governance and Enabling Environment

To seek secure, sustainable and scalable funding and facilitate development of RSTI policies and regulations, institutional frameworks.

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Policy Brief

This edition explores how agricultural biotechnology holds immensepotential in addressing agricultural production challenges faced byMalawi. The brief focuses on the contributions of agricultural biotechnologyin the cotton industry by improving resilience to pests and diseaseswith specific Read more…

Caging fish amid erratic catches

A rising temperatures and overfishing threaten livelihoods. Youthful Likoma islanders are experimenting with caged fish farming which they believe can hold the key to better catches. Research by Caroline Chinguo Munkhali shows that high temperatures Read more…

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