Evi4Dev Conference @Evi4DevCon
The purpose of the conference is to centre science, technology and innovation (STI) and evidence-informed policymaking (EIP) in Africa’s development efforts. Africa Joined October 2024-
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Part 7 of the #Evi4Dev Conference blog series explores how science, data, and innovation can drive equity and inclusion-especially for women, marginalised communities, and other underrepresented groups. Read the final part of the blog series: shorturl.at/rQHKt #EIDM #STI
Young people across Africa are brimming with creativity and game-changing ideas. But without the right support, they’re climbing uphill. At the #Evi4Dev Conference, stakeholders agreed: empowering youth is essential. Read #Part6 of the blog series: shorturl.at/Lb47H
At the #Evi4Dev Conference, one thing was clear: Africa needs stronger partnerships to harness science, tech & evidence for sustainable development. Part 5 explores how collaboration can drive progress in health, economies & governance. Read more: shorturl.at/nj8A9 #STI
At the #Evi4DevConference, experts agreed: over-reliance on foreign aid is no longer viable. Africa should invest in stronger domestic resource mobilisation, efficient public spending, and accountable financial systems. Read #Part4 of the blog series: bit.ly/44QgKjC #STI
Part 3 of the #Evi4DevConference blog series explores how digital innovations are transforming sectors like health, education, and agriculture in Africa. To scale impact, Africa should lead with homegrown solutions, and strong policies. Read: bit.ly/45167vB #STI
🎉 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗻! In just 5 days, ACTS will launch the ACTS AI Institute, dedicated to positioning Africa at the forefront of responsible AI innovation and governance. Register for the official launch: 🗓 Tuesday, 15 July 2025 🕒 2:00 – 5:00 PM EAT 📍 Zoom…
Part 2 of the #Evi4DevConference blog series explores why Africa must place science, technology, and innovation at the core of its development agenda. Bold investment and strong collaboration are key to turn vision into action. Read:bit.ly/4kqQm5K #STISA #Evi4Dev #STI
📢Save the Date! We are proud to announce the official launch of the ACTS AI Institute (ACAII), dedicated to positioning Africa at the forefront of responsible AI innovation and governance. The Institute comes at an important point in global technological evolution where AI…
How can data, evidence & innovation fuel inclusive growth in Africa? Part 1 of the #Evi4DevConference blog series unpacks insights from 400+ delegates across 30 countries. Read how evidence & STI can drive progress and development in Africa:bit.ly/4lk0YEM #Agenda2063
Prof. Tom Kairuki, CEO of the Science for Africa Foundation, shares the organisations’s commitment to funding innovation, advancing science diplomacy, and connecting research to real-world impact. Watch: bit.ly/4my5FvI #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP
Prof. Tom Kairuki, CEO of the Science for Africa Foundation, shares the organisations’s commitment to funding innovation, advancing science diplomacy, and connecting research to real-world impact. Watch: bit.ly/4my5FvI #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP
Mr Patrick Mugisha, Commissioner at the Ministry of Trade and Industry in Uganda, reflects on Africa’s innovation journey and the critical role of the African Union’s STISA 2034 in shaping the next decade of action. Watch: bit.ly/43H2D0C #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063
Angella Waithera, mechatronics engineering graduate and finalist in the continental AI and robotics competition shares how her team’s AI driven solution is enhancing wildlife monitoring. Watch: bit.ly/3SMYLoB #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP #EIDM
Austin Kaburia of Dedan Kimathi University of Technology shares how youth-led innovation is transforming wildlife conservation. Watch: youtube.com/shorts/jwSgB9b… #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP #EIDM #AfricaDevelopment #InnovationAfrica
Prof. Brando Okolo, Head of the Science, Technology and Innovation Office at AUDA-NEPAD, highlights STISA 2034 as Africa’s blueprint for leveraging STI to achieve industrialisation and prosperity. Watch: bit.ly/4doJ8x7 #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP
Hon. Sarjoh Aziz-Kamara, Deputy Minister of Technical and Higher Education in Sierra Leone, reflects on the power of collaboration, ownership, and industrialisation in shaping Africa’s future. Watch: bit.ly/3FqxftY #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP #EIDM
Prof. Mainga Hamaluba, Head of Clinical Research at the KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Program, shares how clinical research and innovation are transforming the treatment of snakebites— a neglected but deadly issue in many rural African communities. Watch: bit.ly/3YUdzW6
Prof. Moses Obimbo, Chair of the Department of Human Anatomy and Medical Physiology at the University of Nairobi, calls for urgent action and investment to address the leading causes of maternal deaths in Africa. Watch: bit.ly/3ZdMPzO #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs
Prof. Annette Nakimuli, internationally renowned maternal health researcher, highlights the urgent need to invest in African-specific research on women’s health for better outcomes. Watch: bit.ly/4kl83El #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP #EIDM
Dr Andrew Dabalen, Chief Economist at the World Bank, reflects on why African countries must urgently prioritise economic growth to drive development from within. Watch: bit.ly/44K66g9 #Evi4Dev2025 #Agenda2063 #SDGs #STI #EIP #EIDM #AfricaDevelopment
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