The Science, Technology and Innovation in Africa Day 2023 is co-organized by the UN’s Department of Economic and Social Affairs and the Economic Commission for Africa. This significant event will take place on May 2nd, 2023, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The event aims to bring together stakeholders from around the world. […]
The Royal Academy of Engineering has recently announced that the applications for the 2024 Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation are now open! Certainly, this is a significant milestone as the Academy celebrates 10 years of recognizing and supporting engineering innovators in Africa. Rewarding Solutions to Local Challenges The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation is a […]
The tech industry offers immense opportunities for those interested in building a career in the sector. However, women in Africa face several challenges in pursuing tech careers, including limited access to training, mentorship opportunities, gender biases, and stereotypes. The Women Techsters Bootcamp, developed by Tech4Dev, aims to empower girls and women aged 16 to 40 […]
Africa is undergoing a digital transformation, with more individuals and organizations using digital technologies to drive growth and development. However, as African countries increasingly rely on digital technology to drive economic growth and development, they also become more vulnerable to cyber threats.This can slow down the adoption of digital technology, which is necessary for Africa […]
Innovation and technology development are crucial drivers of economic growth, job creation, and resource sustainability in Nigeria and Africa. The Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA) aims to accelerate Africa’s transition to an innovation-led, knowledge-based economy through increased investment in science, technology, and innovation. NSIA Prize for Innovation The NSIA Prize for Innovation […]
Introduction:To achieve sustainable development, Africa must effectively leverage Science, Technology and Innovation (STI), and the Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA) has a pivotal role in achieving this transformation. STISA aims to usher in an African continent that fosters technological innovation, scientific research, and economic growth. Data science is a field of considerable […]
The manner in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) connects with science and the resulting impact has become a hot topic in research and innovation. The potential for AI to transform scientific research and accelerate progress towards sustainable development goals is immense. It cannot be overemphasised. However, AI capacity is an undeniable issue. Reliable access to quality […]