The Climate Relevant Innovation System Builders (CRIBS)
Background Climate change finance mechanisms such as the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) were previously designed in ways that would only benefit large developing countries like China and India that have […]
What lessons can Africa learn from COVID-19 to improve its knowledge systems?
Authors: Joanes Atela and Nora Ndege Introduction The COVID-19 situation is unprecedented and is reshaping various aspects of the society. Knowledge systems i.e. how we produce, disseminate and use knowledge […]
Building Community Networks to Respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic in Africa through ‘Last Mile’ Initiatives.
Authors: Kennedy Mbeva, Victoria Chengo, and Joanes Atela Community networks are part of non-state actors who have notably played a critical role in supporting livelihoods and businesses especially the poor […]
Lessons for Africa’s Research in the face of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought both opportunities and challenges to Africa’s research landscape. During this time, the role of Africa’s research systems (researchers, information, institutions) in contributing to COVID-19 response […]