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Future Africa’s Prof Wanda Markotter among 40 alumnae profiled in SAWiSA 20 year commemorative book

September 18, 2025

Professor Wanda Markotter, Interim Director of Future Africa and Research Chair in One Health at the University of Pretoria, is one of 40 alumnae profiled in the SAWiSA: Where Are They Now commemorative book. Published by DSTI, it marks 20 years of celebrating women transforming South Africa’s science and innovation landscape.

She Can Do More, Give Her Space: Women’s Contribution to Socio-Economic Development

August 28, 2025

In commemoration of Women’s Month, Future Africa’s Dr Clarietta Chagwiza reflects on women’s vital role in socio-economic development and calls for greater space to lead and thrive.

New generation of scientists needed for Africa’s food systems, says Future Africa experts

August 28, 2025

Africa’s food systems face urgent challenges. In a commentary published in the South African Journal of Science, Prof Frans Swanepoel and Dr Melody Mentz-Coetzee, affiliated with Future Africa, reflect on FSNet-Africa as a model for training new scientists to drive sustainable change.

Future Africa welcomes UNU REACH-AFRICA Hub – A first for the continent

July 29, 2025

Future Africa at the University of Pretoria is proud to host the first United Nations University (UNU) Hub in Africa and the Global South. The UNU Hub will drive solutions to climate, agriculture, environment, and health challenges through African-led collaboration.

UP named first UN University Hub in Africa and Global South

July 26, 2025

The United Nations University (UNU) marked a historic milestone with the official launch of its first UNU Hub in Africa and the Global South – the UNU Hub on Resilient Environment, Agriculture, Climate and Health for Africa (REACH-AFRICA) – on 23 July 2025 at the University of Pretoria (UP).

Ambassador Delphine O discusses feminist foreign policy at Future Africa

July 17, 2025

Future Africa recently hosted Ambassador Delphine O, Ambassador-at-large and Secretary-General of the Generation Equality Forum at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for a guest lecture on the relevance of Feminist Foreign Policy (FFP) in today’s global and digital context.

Future Africa hosts STEM career exposure tour at UP for school learners

July 5, 2025

Future Africa, in collaboration with the National Zoological Garden’s ZooClub, hosted a three-day Youth in STEM (YiSTEM) Career Exposure Tour from 30 June to 2 July 2025. The programme introduced 25 high school learners to exciting career opportunities in health, veterinary, and agricultural sciences at the University of Pretoria, inspiring the next generation of STEM professionals.

Future Africa hosts French Deputy Director for Global Affairs for guest lecture on shared global challenges

June 19, 2025

Future Africa hosted French Deputy Director for Global Affairs Jean-Sébastien Conty for a guest lecture exploring France’s contributions to addressing global challenges. The session highlighted international cooperation on climate action, health, food systems, and gender equality.

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Environmental thought in Africa cannot be separated from power and lived realities, Future Africa webinar hears

April 13, 2026

Future Africa recently hosted a webinar that explored how environmental thought in Africa is shaped by power, colonial legacies and lived realities.

Dr Tombe with a group of small-scaleholder farmer women in Kisii County, Kenya, during technology fact-finding on digital technology usage for agric-value chain related activities.

Hope gleams in the form of digital transformation

October 15, 2023

As Kisii County and the broader African continent celebrate the International Day of Rural Women on 15th October, the theme, "Rural Women Cultivating Good Food for All", stands out prominently.

One for the Girls | Mentioning in Stem

October 11, 2023

Girls remain underrepresented in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Mentoring is an effective tool in sparking and sustaining girls’ interest in STEM courses. Dr Tabitha Amollo mentor girls in STEM at Egerton University and in her community.

Celebrating world mental Health Day Through a Non-illness Intervention Link

October 10, 2023

The World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10th, is a global event that aims to raise awareness about mental health issues and promote the importance of mental well-being. World Mental Health Day 2023 is an excellent opportunity to celebrate the positive aspects of mental health and encourage practices that can help maintain good mental well-being.

Hopes of Refrigeration at an Off-grid Health Dispensary in Kenya

October 9, 2023

Dr Tabitha Amollo fabricated and recently installed a solar-powered refrigerator at Madding Health Dispensary in the interior off-grid part of the Kacheliba sub-county of West Pokot, Kenya.

Continuous Professional Development of Teachers: a Situational Analysis

October 5, 2023

Teachers are the key to the attainment of any development objective, whether national or global. They build the knowledge, skills and attitude that societies need for its development. Teachers can help achieve the various sustainable development goals (SDGs), national development goals (NDGs), and individual development goals (IDGs) at both low and high levels within society, country, and the glob...

FAR-LeaF Fellow Selected for Nigeria Science Leadership Programme

October 3, 2023

FAR-LeaF fellow Dr Emmanuel Chukwuma has been selected as a fellow of the prestigious Nigeria Science Leadership Programme (N-SLP). He addresses plastic pollution by re-engineering plastic – a critical priority for the African continent. His FAR-LeaF research project is focused on the circular economy from plastic waste and the reengineering of plastics with a community engagement strategy.

Dr Heide Hackmann to lead new Africa-Europe Cluster of Research Excellence on Politics of Sustainable Development

October 3, 2023

Dr Heide Hackmann, Director of Future Africa at the University of Pretoria, has been selected to lead the new Cluster of Research Excellence (CoRE) titled “The Politics of Sustainable Development: Squaring the Circle of Science and Democracy” in collaboration with Professor Dan Banik at the University of Oslo’s Centre for Development and the Environment (SUM).

Celebrating #InternationalDayofPeace 2023: Action for peace as the antidote to violence

September 21, 2023

In celebration of International Day of Peace, also known as World Peace Day, the Future Africa Global Equity in Africa Research Chair joins the United Nation’s call to take action for peace and recognises the importance of pursuing strategies to address conflicts and state-sponsored violence.

Women’s Land Rights and Agricultural Development in Nigeria

September 21, 2023

Women play an essential role in agriculture in Nigeria, as they make up 60% of agricultural labour in this country. Yet, they are considered as farm helpers rather than farmers. This limits their role in decision-making processes and exposure to economic opportunities from active participation in planning processes.

Governments must seek win-win synergies by tackling climate and sustainable development crises together, urges expert group report

September 14, 2023

A groundbreaking report by a group of independent experts commissioned by the United Nations outlines steps governments should take to maximise the impact of policies and actions by tackling the climate and sustainable development crises at the same time, creating synergies

Survey research proved that African voices can rise above ‘expert’ narratives – Afrobarometer Chair Gyimah-Boadi

September 11, 2023

Afrobarometer co-founder and Board Chair E. Gyimah-Boadi told participants in a dialogue hosted by Future Africa at the University of Pretoria that public-attitude surveys have shown that ordinary Africans have the agency and ability to voice their opinions, regardless of the narratives pushed by experts and pundits.

A snapshot of the participatory workshop activities during the four-day Futures Literacy masterclass

Future Africa launches successful Futures Literacy Masterclass

September 7, 2023

The Future Africa Futures Literacy (FL) Incubator held its first Futures Literacy Masterclass from 15 to 18 August 2023 in partnership with the Wits School of Governance. The masterclass brought together 38 participants from a variety of backgrounds, including academics, practitioners, and students to explore the concept of futures literacy and its application to different fields

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Future Africa’s Prof Wanda Markotter among 40 alumnae profiled in SAWiSA 20 year commemorative book

She Can Do More, Give Her Space: Women’s Contribution to Socio-Economic Development

New generation of scientists needed for Africa’s food systems, says Future Africa experts

Future Africa welcomes UNU REACH-AFRICA Hub – A first for the continent

UP named first UN University Hub in Africa and Global South

Ambassador Delphine O discusses feminist foreign policy at Future Africa

Future Africa hosts STEM career exposure tour at UP for school learners

Future Africa hosts French Deputy Director for Global Affairs for guest lecture on shared global challenges

Environmental thought in Africa cannot be separated from power and lived realities, Future Africa webinar hears

Hope gleams in the form of digital transformation

One for the Girls | Mentioning in Stem

Celebrating world mental Health Day Through a Non-illness Intervention Link

Hopes of Refrigeration at an Off-grid Health Dispensary in Kenya

Continuous Professional Development of Teachers: a Situational Analysis

FAR-LeaF Fellow Selected for Nigeria Science Leadership Programme

Dr Heide Hackmann to lead new Africa-Europe Cluster of Research Excellence on Politics of Sustainable Development

Celebrating #InternationalDayofPeace 2023: Action for peace as the antidote to violence

Women’s Land Rights and Agricultural Development in Nigeria

Governments must seek win-win synergies by tackling climate and sustainable development crises together, urges expert group report

Survey research proved that African voices can rise above ‘expert’ narratives – Afrobarometer Chair Gyimah-Boadi

Future Africa launches successful Futures Literacy Masterclass

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