Please Note: Information for Mentee applications now available in Français!
Remarque: Les informations relatives aux candidatures des mentorés sont désormais disponibles en français!

INGSA-Africa, the Africa Regional Chapter of the International Network for Governmental Science Advice, is delighted to announce the launch of the fifth call for the Science Advice Skills Development Program (SASDP). This initiative is designed to strengthen the capacity of early and mid-career researchers with an interest in science advice and policymaking to engage effectively at the science–policy interface.

Through interactive training, mentorship, and practical exercises, participants will gain hands‑on experience in evidence‑informed policymaking, communication strategies, and the dynamics of advisory systems. The programme provides a unique opportunity to join a global network of peers and experts committed to advancing the role of science in public decision‑making.

Applications for mentees are now open, and the deadline is 17 August 2026, and we encourage motivated African researchers from diverse disciplines and regions to apply.

For more detail and to apply, download the Call for Mentees Information Pack

Pour plus de détails et pour postuler, téléchargez le dossier d’information sur l’appel à candidatures.

Deadline to Apply: 17th August 2026

Together we can grow!

INGSA-Africa is proud of the achievements of the SASDP program so is excited be be able to support another cohort to share their knowledge and help to further build up the continent’s science advice capacity.

You can find reports from previous cohorts on the INGSA-Africa website.

For additional queries please contact Dr Richard L.K. Glover ( [email protected] ) at the secretariat of INGSA-Africa, with Dr Shaheen Motala-Timol ( [email protected] ) in copy.