Africa Research & Impact Network
Evidence that drives Africa's sustainable development
We connect researchers, policymakers and practitioners across the continent to turn research into policy and action.
Transforming Research into Lasting Impact Across Africa
The Africa Research and Impact Network (ARIN) is a pan-African research organisation that strengthens the capacity of African researchers and policymakers to generate, share, and use evidence for sustainable development. ARIN operates a Science-Policy Fellowship Programme engaging members from 36 African countries, with 30% drawn from government and policy institutions.
ARIN Strategic Plan 2026–2030
Vision: Strengthen Africa's Research and Policy Leadership in the Globe. Mission: To connect researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to drive evidence-based solutions for grassroots communities.
400+
Researchers, policymakers & practitioners
41
African countries with National Focal Points
Applied Evidence Generation
Evidence Packaging
Evidence Uptake
Feedback & Learning
News & Insights
Explore the research we support — emerging findings, news, and events shaping sustainable development across Africa.
ARIN-ASH Summer School on Sustainability 2021: Decolonizing Sustainability Research
Developing the East African Regional STI Indicators and Web-based Electronic Database
Technology Governance for Zambia
Understanding Loss and Damage as Climate Justice in Kenya
Political Economy Analysis on Air Quality in Nairobi City
Kenya Innovation Outlook 2022
ARIN by the Numbers
Our Impact Across Africa
African Countries
Research Projects
Partner Organizations
Our Partners & Collaborators
Working together to transform Africa's research landscape
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