Aika Aku

PhD in Agricultural Economics, College of Economics and Business Studies, Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)

[Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) @CEGA_UC]

📣 Call for speakers!

The 2026 Africa Evidence Summit, cohosted by CEGA and @NIERA_EA, welcomes applications for speakers and poster presenters on research with the potential to advance policymaking.

🔗 Learn more and apply by Feb 23: https://t.co/HLoclRI7S1

[Aika Aku @AikaAku3]

Grateful to have attended inspiring exposition on Women in Fintech (14th Dec 2025). Powerful stories from women leaders and innovators reminded us never to give up, stay curious and deliver with integrity. #SnH@7 #SnH2025 #Fintech #WomenInFintech

[SneakersandHeelstz @SnH_Tz]

Women in Tanzania still face real barriers in digital inclusion — but every woman who rises in fintech helps remove them.
Lead the way. Inspire change.
#SneakersAndHeels #WomenInFintech

[Prof Lennart Nacke, PhD @acagamic]

Too many academics overcomplicate procrastination.

But usually, procrastination falls into 7 specific types:

[Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA) @SokoineU]

Mwanamke na Msichana 2025; Tuimarishe Haki, Usawa na Uwezeshaji.

[Aika Aku @AikaAku3]

Young researchers are pivotal in shaping the future of tomorrow.

Women in research and leadership development Symposium

#CIFAR
#MastercardFnd
#WiRLD

[ANAPRI @ANAPRI_info]

Earlier today, @ANAPRI_info Executive Director, @AntonyChapoto, had the honour of being interviewed by AFRICABLE television in Senegal. During the interview, Dr. Chapoto discussed the upcoming Stakeholders' Conference and shared the network's aspirations for the years ahead.

[SneakersandHeelstz @SnH_Tz]

Rounding off #6thSnH Masterclass:
Mama Zuhura Muro delivered an uplifting presentation, complemented by heartfelt insights from panelists Dr. Jacqueline Mkindi & Isabela Maganga. A powerful session on overcoming challenges & achieving career goals.
#SnH2024♀️
#Uwekezaji♀️

[SneakersandHeelstz @SnH_Tz]

Hon. @StanslausNyong3, Deputy Minister of @OR_MU1, delivered the keynote address, #6thSnH expressing his honor in being part of the event dedicated to inspiring women in both 👟and 👠.

#SnH2024♀️
#Uwekezaji♀️
#WomenInInvestment
#GenerationEquality

[SneakersandHeelstz @SnH_Tz]

The long-anticipated Sneakers 👟 and Heels 👠 "Women in Investment" event has officially kicked off! Don’t miss the chance to be part of this incredible experience!

#SnH2024♀️
#Uwekezaji♀️
#WomenInInvestment
#GenerationEquality

[AGREST @AGREST1996]

As we are few minutes to the 16th scientific conference and AGM we are excited to announce Guest of Honour Ms. Isabela Maganga , MD, Equity Bank.

@judyvalek @AikaAku3 @FelixNandonde @elibariki_27928 @DanielNaila_

[ANAPRI @ANAPRI_info]

The final session of the PPVC II Fellows Training Programme wrapped up in South Africa, equipping fellows across ANAPRI centres with advanced skills in economic modelling and analysis. A transformative week of hands-on learning!
Read more: https://t.co/T2zibhl7Ud
#PPVCIIFellows

[ANAPRI @ANAPRI_info]

The ANAPRI Quarterly Newsletter is out! Featuring:
🔸 Exclusive interview with @AntonyChapoto
🔸 Spotlight on @acedafrica achievements
🔸 Latest updates from the network and lots more

Read it here: https://t.co/ipDLrnIiTH

#ANAPRI #AgriculturalPolicy #Research #Development

[Mawazo Institute @MawazoInstitute]

The data tells our stories… 📊
Today we present at #AES2024 in #Tanzania spotlighting the realities of #African #WomenResearchers.
We will address challenges in research including unsuitable #mentorship , unequal access to funding opportunities & women's embodied experiences.

[Center for Effective Global Action (CEGA) @CEGA_UC]

The 12th Africa Evidence Summit is underway in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania!

As @ESRFTZ director, Fortuna Makene, recognized: “This Summit is not just a gathering of minds, it is a call to action. Today, we celebrate the strides made by African scholars.”

Follow along via #AES2024.

[ANAPRI @ANAPRI_info]

Yesterday, on May 20th, we kicked off an exciting week of training funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and co-partnered by @ANAPRI_info, @IFPRI, and @BFAP6.

[Aika Aku @AikaAku3]

Affiliate training #PPVC @BFAP6 @ReNAPRI1

[ANAPRI @ANAPRI_info]

In the heart of Accra, Ghana, the Institute of Statistical Social and Economic Research (ISSER), University of Ghana played host to the Feed the Future Innovation Lab Policy Research Capacity and Influence (PRCI) Global Gathering.

[ANAPRI @ANAPRI_info]

The Regional Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes (ReNAPRI) recently hosted a thought-provoking side event during the Africa Food System Forum (AGRF)