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The Genesis/Foundation of Evidence-Based Science Advice in Africa: Role of Science Academies

By: Nzweundji-Khumbah J.G., Wirmvem M.J., Ndifon P.T., Mbah D. A. Abstract: Evidence-Based Science Advice (EBSA) has become an important component in the decision-making process. It enables policymakers to apply credible, independent scientific knowledge to address developmental challenges. In Africa, the formalization of EBSA remains uneven and historically dependent. This paper examines the genesis, evolution, and…

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INGSA Insights video – Amb Macharia Kamau

Filmed at INGSA2024 – Kigali: ‘Father’ of the SDGs, Amb. Macharia Kamua, was the co-Chair of the negotiations of the Sustainable Development Goals, Speaking on how the SDGs changed the global conversation, and what remains to be done to ensure equitable achievement of Agenda2030. Short video (10min)

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INGSA-Africa – The Journey So Far

Since 2016, INGSA-Africa have bee bringing together policy practitioners and scientists across the African continent. Read the report on INGSA-Africa’s establishment and journey as a leading element of Africa’s evidence-to-policy landscape

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The Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES)

The Center for Rapid Evidence Synthesis (ACRES) is a Non-Governmental Research Organization based in Kampala, Uganda, whose core work involves supporting policy and decision-makers at regional, national and district levels in sectors including health, education, gender, youth and renewable energy to strengthen access to accurate and timely evidence for policies and decisions. The Center builds…

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INGSA-Africa Regional Chapter

The Regional Chapter of INGSA in Africa – providing context-sensitive opportunities and training from experts in Africa

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INGSA2024 Full Conference Programme

The Full Conference Programme for INGSA2024 – The Transformation Imperative: Expanded Evidence for Inclusive Policies in Diverse Contexts. To watch the sessions and access the Resources see the conference website.

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AFIDEP – African Institute for Development Policy

The African Institute for Development Policy (AFIDEP) is an African-led, regional non-profit research policy institute established in 2010 to help bridge the gaps between research, policy and practice in development efforts in Africa.

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HIV/AIDS – Duesberg, Mbeki, and AZT: Contentious science meets contentious politics – INGSA Case Study

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INGSA Workshop Report – Hermanus, South Africa – Feb 2016

INGSA 2016 Hermanus, South Africa Workshop report

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INGSA-Africa – Science Advice Skills Development Programme (SASDP) – Report

The theme of the SASDP was Climate Change in Africa, focusing on areas of Health, Water, Energy and Food Security. INGSA-Africa launched the Call for Mentees in June 2022 and invited relevant organizations (recognized academic or research institutions; Academies of Science) in Africa, which are engaged in science advice, to nominate qualified staff as mentees…

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