Food for Africa through Collaboration
Food is central to our lives. It holds cultural and social significance, and brings people together. However, the scarcity of food means that it is also a source of anxiety.
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One Health: Time for Action
To avoid future pandemics, we have to recognise that the well-being of humans, domestic and wild animals, plants and the environment are closely linked and interdependent. A One Health approach mobilises all parties to work towards sustainable development and coexistence.
Director’s Reflection: Future Africa-The First Five Years
The purpose of this Director’s Reflection is to present, in overview, Future Africa’s achievements in its first five years, 2019 to 2024, and our plans for the future.
‘Economic growth is not enough, we need transformation,’ says Tito Mboweni at the launch of the African Transformation Index (ATI)
African economies have become less diversified and the competitiveness of their exports has declined, leaving the continent vulnerable to external shocks. In addition, African countries are not transforming their economies at a consistent or steady rate.
Future Africa Task Team Drives Pan-African STI Collaboration at INGSA Conference in Rwanda
The Future Africa Task Team and steering committee members for the collaborative project with the International Science Council (ISC) facilitated a successful plenary session at the International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) conference in Rwanda on 1 May 2024.
Future Africa at INGSA2024: A Decade of Global Science Advice and Diplomacy
Future Africa, represented by its task team members Dr Farai Kapfudzaruwa, Research, and Strategic Partnerships Manager; Dr Clarietta Chagwiza, Senior Postdoc Research Fellow; Prof Ahmed Bawa, Visiting Fellow; and Dr Chomora Mikeka, STI Director from the Government of Malawi, convened a strategic side event at the 5th International Conference on Governmental Science Advice (INGSA) conference on 1 ...
Appointment of Professor Maano Ramutsindela as the UP-UCT Future Africa Research Chair in Sustainability Transformations
The University of Pretoria (UP) and the University of Cape Town (UCT) proudly announce the appointment of Professor Maano Ramutsindela as the Future Africa Research Chair in Sustainability Transformations, effective from 1 April 2024.
Call for applications 2024: Tuks Young Research Leadership Programme (TYRLP)
The speed and quality of the development of science at UP and beyond not only depend on infrastructure and technical training but are intimately linked to the quality of leadership
heading the change. In this regard, it is widely accepted that the future of scientific development lies in enabling interdisciplinary, interconnected, and even large, international teams.
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mosimachewa2025-05-15 13:19:092025-05-16 10:33:12Call for Abstracts: TFCA’s Symposium
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Lerato Mpetshwa2025-04-24 13:00:082025-04-24 22:26:27Future Africa hosts new Lancet Countdown Africa Centre for Climate-Health research
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Lerato Mpetshwa2025-04-22 15:16:332025-04-22 15:18:24‘There cannot be a global one-size-fits-all approach to sustainability,’ Future Africa public lecture hears
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Hermina Skosana2025-04-16 11:00:042025-04-24 13:09:23Future Africa dialogue explores what it takes to build supportive environments for Transdisciplinary Research
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mosimachewa2025-04-04 12:45:262025-06-26 13:51:38Future Africa to lead science mission for Mapungubwe revival
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Lerato Mpetshwa2025-03-31 11:39:122025-04-15 13:20:52Future Africa and CREST launch STI leaders forum to strengthen Africa’s voice in global science
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mosimachewa2025-02-24 13:22:412025-04-22 13:09:39Future Africa Convenes Final Workshop to Develop Strategic Frameworks for Future Earth Africa Hub
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mosimachewa2025-02-19 13:41:242025-02-20 08:24:34Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science
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Hermina Skosana2025-02-12 13:11:342025-02-20 13:28:20Cultivating Research Leaders for a Sustainable Future Africa
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mosimachewa2025-02-05 12:23:512025-02-20 09:41:45Qinisa Initiative hosts UP Vice-Chancellor and New Zealand High Commissioner
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Lerato Mpetshwa2025-01-24 07:01:172025-01-24 08:02:28UKUDLA – Centre of Excellence for Food Systems and Food Data Science officially launched
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Lerato Mpetshwa2024-12-03 16:45:482025-02-19 14:18:48Future Africa Research Chair delivers keynote on Sustainability Transformations at UNIOR launchAdvancing transformative science
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AgriHero Challenges 2026 Launches to Back Africa’s Next Wave of Agricultural Innovation
The AgriHero Challenges 2026 has officially launched to support agricultural innovators and entrepreneurs across Africa. The initiative provides mentorship, business development support, networking opportunities, and access to international partnerships for startups developing solutions in climate-smart agriculture, AI-driven farming, food science, sustainable packaging, and circular economy models.