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An Initiative to strengthen capacities of Science Granting Councils in Sub-Saharan Africa

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From fly-waste fertiliser to solar-powered milking, Malawi's science council is turning science into solutions. @‌NCSTMw's work is leading to new energy options, better fertilisers, cleaner fish processing, and practical support for farmers. Read how➡️ ow.ly/p5JS50W4QiY

From fly-waste fertiliser to solar-powered milking, Malawi's science council is turning science into solutions.

@‌NCSTMw's work is leading to new energy options, better fertilisers, cleaner fish processing, and practical support for farmers.

Read how➡️ ow.ly/p5JS50W4QiY
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Digital transformation helps Science Granting Councils improve research by managing data better and planning smarter. The new Digital Transformation Roadmap Toolkit provides guidance on building effective, future-ready digital systems. Download now⬇️ ow.ly/pRpu50WaAcE

Digital transformation helps Science Granting Councils improve research by managing data better and planning smarter.

The new Digital Transformation Roadmap Toolkit provides guidance on building effective, future-ready digital systems.

Download now⬇️
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Good data governance ensures research data is accurate, secure, and accessible, leading to better decisions and lower costs.📊 To support this, the Science Granting Council Initiative developed a data governance toolkit led by CeSTII Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/UKBz50WfhLJ

Good data governance ensures research data is accurate, secure, and accessible, leading to better decisions and lower costs.📊

To support this, the Science Granting Council Initiative developed a data governance toolkit led by CeSTII

Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/UKBz50WfhLJ
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A needs assessment helps identify gaps, set priorities, and allocate resources wisely. 🔍 In Africa’s research and grants landscape, it boosts efficiency, strengthens decision-making, and supports lasting impact in science and innovation. Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/fPmz50Wfk1B

A needs assessment helps identify gaps, set priorities, and allocate resources wisely. 🔍 

In Africa’s research and grants landscape, it boosts efficiency, strengthens decision-making, and supports lasting impact in science and innovation.

Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/fPmz50Wfk1B
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Black soldier fly poo might not sound promising, but for farmers in Malawi, it’s helping revive poor soils and improve crop yields. Learn more➡️sgciafrica.org/fly-poo-boosts…

Black soldier fly poo might not sound promising, but for farmers in Malawi, it’s helping revive poor soils and improve crop yields.

Learn more➡️sgciafrica.org/fly-poo-boosts…
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In Nigeria, TETFund is turning research into real change. "𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘀" - Prof. Victor Nwaugo, who led the creation of a solar-powered water purifier. ow.ly/WGNH50W9QXl

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Good data governance helps research organisations keep digital data accurate and secure. To support this, SGCI has developed a toolkit focused on data security, quality, and stewardship. It includes tools like RACI to clarify data roles and improve accountability.

Good data governance helps research organisations keep digital data accurate and secure.

To support this, SGCI has developed a toolkit focused on data security, quality, and stewardship.

It includes tools like RACI to clarify data roles and improve accountability.
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Biofertilisers are tackling malnutrition in Namibia. Farmers in Kavango East have learned to use these tools to grow protein-rich crops like cowpea, pearl millet and bambara nuts, boosting both their harvests and nutrition. About this project 👉 ow.ly/4ara50VHE7y

Biofertilisers are tackling malnutrition in Namibia.

Farmers in Kavango East have learned to use these tools to grow protein-rich crops like cowpea, pearl millet and bambara nuts, boosting both their harvests and nutrition.

About this project 👉 ow.ly/4ara50VHE7y
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🌍 Climate change, poor policies & weak coordination worsen food insecurity especially in cities. Science, resilient crops, smart packaging & good data can help build fairer, stronger food systems. 🎙️Tune in to the podcast! ow.ly/JbKX50Wjx9g

🌍 Climate change, poor policies & weak coordination worsen food insecurity  especially in cities.

Science, resilient crops, smart packaging & good data can help build fairer, stronger food systems.

🎙️Tune in to the podcast! ow.ly/JbKX50Wjx9g
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From managing funding and teams to supporting researchers, the Key Competency Areas (KCAs) set out what effective research management looks like. Use the framework to structure roles, plan training or identify skills gaps. Download the full resource: ow.ly/AZrR50We7fJ

From managing funding and teams to supporting researchers, the Key Competency Areas (KCAs) set out what effective research management looks like. 

Use the framework to structure roles, plan training or identify skills gaps. 

Download the full resource: ow.ly/AZrR50We7fJ
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Confidentiality agreements are essential in collaborative research, especially in public-private partnerships. Covering data sharing, IP rights and balancing public and industry interests, see why clear terms prevent delays and disputes ➡️ ow.ly/Forh50WbmnS

Confidentiality agreements are essential in collaborative research, especially in public-private partnerships. 

Covering data sharing, IP rights and balancing public and industry interests, see why clear terms prevent delays and disputes ➡️ ow.ly/Forh50WbmnS
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How are public-private partnerships strengthening Uganda's manufacturing? UNCST_Uganda created a platform that connects researchers, businesses and investors. Through this, six projects have been funded, boosting productivity and innovation. Read more: ow.ly/yvzc50We7Mr

How are public-private partnerships strengthening Uganda's manufacturing?

<a href="/UNCST_Uganda/">UNCST_Uganda</a> created a platform that connects researchers, businesses and investors. Through this, six projects have been funded, boosting productivity and innovation.

Read more: ow.ly/yvzc50We7Mr
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A biogas system that turns chicken poo into clean energy has won a national science prize in Côte d'Ivoire. SGCI-funded through FONSTI, the innovation support cleaner energy and better waste management in rural areas. Learn how it works🔗ow.ly/3q7a50WorBN IDRC | CRDI

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Funding available for mathematical science research visits! For early-career researchers in Africa, you can apply to spend time collaborating with a partner at a German university. More information 👉 ow.ly/sp4R50WorbE

Funding available for mathematical science research visits!

For early-career researchers in Africa, you can apply to spend time collaborating with a partner at a German university. 

More information 👉 ow.ly/sp4R50WorbE
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Did you know SGCI is leading the way for gender equality and inclusiveness in science? Through key partnerships, they're making research environments more diverse and accessible. Here's how 👇

Did you know SGCI is leading the way for gender equality and inclusiveness in science?

Through key partnerships, they're making research environments more diverse and accessible. Here's how 👇
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💻 Digital transformation is key to helping Africa’s Science Granting Councils manage data better. The new Digital Transformation Roadmap Toolkit supports tailored, effective systems for each Council’s unique context. Learn more ⬇️ ow.ly/pRpu50WaAcE

💻 Digital transformation is key to helping Africa’s Science Granting Councils manage data better.

The new Digital Transformation Roadmap Toolkit supports tailored, effective systems for each Council’s unique context.

Learn more  ⬇️
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African Heads of Research Councils met in Accra to strengthen collaboration on science, technology and innovation. The goal: better coordination, stronger partnerships and lasting impact. ➡️sgciafrica.org/driving-africa…

African Heads of Research Councils met in Accra to strengthen collaboration on science, technology and innovation.

The goal: better coordination, stronger partnerships and lasting impact.
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Turning research into impact isn't simple, but it's possible. Here are 5 key takeaways from a recent SGCI-supported session on public-private partnerships ➡️ ow.ly/Bto150Wot3s

Turning research into impact isn't simple, but it's possible. 

Here are 5 key takeaways from a recent SGCI-supported session on public-private partnerships
➡️ ow.ly/Bto150Wot3s
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Confidentiality agreements aren't just legal formalities, they protect research data, define ownership and help avoid disputes. If you're managing multi-partner projects, this guide outlines why these agreements matter and how to use them effectively. 🔗ow.ly/NFYn50WebEO

Confidentiality agreements aren't just legal formalities, they protect research data, define ownership and help avoid disputes.

If you're managing multi-partner projects, this guide outlines why these agreements matter and how to use them effectively.

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Stronger science systems mean better development outcomes! 🔬🧪🔭 Science granting councils need support to fund research, shape policy and drive innovation that responds to local needs.