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China, Africa sign cooperation agreements in agriculture, water treatment
The AAS, the highest academic institution in Africa, signed several cooperation agreements with Chinese...
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UNESCO Chairs Seminar Empowering Africa Science: Enhancing Research And Collaboration Through Remote Access and Networking.
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HIGH LEVEL REGIONAL CONFERENCE ON CUSTOMARY TENURE RIGHTS IN EASTERN AFRICA
Making Land Policy Reforms Work for Communal Tenure Rights in Eastern Africa
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The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) is a non-aligned, non-political, not-for-profit Pan-African organization headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with a hosting agreement with the government of Kenya. The AAS’ vision is to see transformed lives on the African continent through science. It is the only continental Academy in Africa enjoying the support and recognition of the African Union, as well as several governments and major international partners.

It has a tripartite mandate: to recognize excellence through its highly prestigious fellowship and award schemes; to provide advisory and think tank functions for shaping the continent’s Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) strategies and policies; and to implement key STI programs aimed at addressing Africa’s developmental challenges.

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We need a skills revolution in Africa,’ says AAS president
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2024-03-14
We need a skills revolution in Africa,’ says AAS president
Africa still needs enhanced and sustained initiatives to build a pool of diverse skills that are necessary to harness the power of science, technology and innovation (STI), which, in turn, can drive the continent’s development agenda, experts say.
Mapping a Path to Excellence: The African Academy of Sciences Unveils Its Latest Five-Year Strategic Roadmap
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2024-03-13
Mapping a Path to Excellence: The African Academy of Sciences Unveils Its Latest Five-Year Strategic Roadmap
Recognizing the transformative power of science technology and innovation, the African Academy of Sciences (AAS), on Thursday 29th February 2024 launched its five-year strategic plan. With the launch of its five-year strategic plan spanning from 2023 to 2027, the AAS reaffirms its commitment to fostering excellence in science and driving sustainable development across Africa. For nearly 40 years, the AAS has advanced science in Africa through growing world-class scientific competencies and infrastructure across the continent.
Leaders On Purpose with Manal Bernoussi
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2024-03-12
Leaders On Purpose with Manal Bernoussi
Professeure Rajaa Cherkaoui est une pionnière dans le domaine de la physique nucléaire. Ses contributions notables dans des domaines aussi variés que la physique médicale, les hautes énergies et les applications nucléaires ont laissé une empreinte indélébile.
Prof Rajaâ Cherkaoui paves the way for women in science
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2024-03-11
Prof Rajaâ Cherkaoui paves the way for women in science
Prof Rajaâ Cherkaoui El Moursli is an AAS Fellow and a member of the AAS Board of Directors, The Governing Council. She is the Vice President for the Northern Africa region.