Future of Science Forum

Connecting Science to Humanity. Highlighting Africa's contributions to science & innovation. Improving Science Policy.

[AIMS RWANDA @AIMS_Rwanda]

This session falls under theme 7: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, supported by the @Hewlett_Found and the South African Department of Science, Technology and Innovation.

We invite you to join us as we co-create solutions that will shape Africa’s sustainable future.

[AIMS RWANDA @AIMS_Rwanda]

We are delighted to introduce speakers at the Science Forum South Africa 2025 (#SFSA2025) for the Future of Science Forum (FSF) session on “Youth-led Innovations for Sustainable Development in Africa."

Naledi Mpeke
Huzaifa Khan
Abdul Karrim
Sanera Maharaj
Lerato Maloka

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

If you’re passionate about youth-led innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development, do not miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future.

Join us and be part of Africa’s SDG-focused innovation movement!

#SFSA2025

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Join us at the Science Forum South Africa 2025!

With theme “Youth-Led Innovations for Sustainable Development in Africa”, we will hold a session bringing young African changemakers to explore the transformative innovations creating real opportunities across the continent.

#SFSA

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Wrapping the NEF Africa SDGs Week in Rwanda - 6 youth innovators pitched in the SDG Innovation Competition with two winners being incubated in the AIMS Rwanda innovation hub.

Watch Highlights: https://t.co/Yd4xItAR6T
@Hewlett_Found

#AfricaSDGs #YouthInnovation #SDGs #Rwanda

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Rwanda Highlights from #AfricaSDGsWeek!

The kickoff featured insights from Prof. Sam Yala & other partners spotlighting Rwanda’s SDG progress & innovation.

Youth wrapped up with an #SDGs design game that sparked creativity & fresh perspectives.

Watch: https://t.co/j350dU2SSL

[AIMS RWANDA @AIMS_Rwanda]

Today, we officially launched the AIMS Rwanda Incubator, "Eureka Mu Rugo"!

The innovation hub will nurture bold ideas and innovations, turning knowledge into real-world solutions impacting communities!

Welcome to the world of science-led innovations!

#EurekaMuRugo

[AIMS RWANDA @AIMS_Rwanda]

As we launch the Incubator, Prof. Sam Yala warmly welcomed guests to this long-awaited event. He gave credit to the dedicated team behind the incubator’s creation. “#EurekaAMuRugo stands as our core belief: We aspire to be a home for ideas and innovation, right here in Africa.”

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

We continue to follow the highlights of the NEF Africa SDGs Week at @AimsCmr which hosted a workshop on the role of universities and #STEM education in advancing the #SDGs.

Watch the highlights of the speakers & youth innovation showcase: https://t.co/HQpVWrinvY

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

East Africa Spotlight: NEF Africa SDGs Week – Kenya

The 5-day event, led by NEF Ambassador @GraceNzivo, highlighted youth’s role in sustainability, Kenya’s SDG profile, and the impact of energy on development.

🎥 Watch the highlights: https://t.co/XQ7VESRkJa

@Hewlett_Found

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

We continue our #NEFAfrica #SDGsWeek highlights in Central Africa, focusing on Cameroon!

Youth explored the country’s SDG progress & engaged in a STEM & SDGs skill-building workshop.

All thanks to NEF Ambassador Prof. Tonjock Rosemary!

Watch - https://t.co/Eg6q55qpEa

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Wrapping up NEF Africa SDGs Week country highlights in West Africa with a spotlight on the Republic of Guinea, where IoT innovations and discussions on SDGs took center stage.

Watch - https://t.co/t69tqc3rfB

Huge thanks to NEF Ambassador Haby Diallo for a successful event!

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Continuing our West Africa video series, we highlight NEF Africa SDGs Week in Senegal!

Led by NEF Ambassador Arame Thiam & @AIMS_Senegal1, the 3-day event explored the SDGs and their role in Agenda 2030.

Watch the highlights: https://t.co/4m8cSspuKq

@Hewlett_Found

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Spotlight on Ghana | NEF Africa SDGs Week

The Ghana SDGs Week focused on empowering young women, where 55 brilliant girls came together to explore key #SDGs & shape their future!under the theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future.”

Watch: https://t.co/RHISJQTDwP

@Hewlett_Found

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Kicking off our country-specific highlights for the NEF Africa SDGs Week with Morocco, representing the North Africa Region!

The launch event emphasized the pivotal role of African youth in shaping a sustainable future for the continent.

Watch here: https://t.co/EBBcHyIolV

[African Institute for Mathematical Sciences, Ghana @AIMSGhana]

#ThrowbackThursday
Recapping the @NextEinsteinFor SDG's Week during Int. #DayoftheGirl in collaboration with @Hewlett_Found, @girledupghana, @SwissAmbAccra & others based on the theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future." This brought together 55 brilliant girls to delve into key SDGs!

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

In the video, the NEF Ambassadors express their enthusiasm and gratitude in a beautiful blend of African languages—celebrating the rich diversity and culture that made SDGs Week a truly transformative experience.

Stay tuned as we share country-specific key highlights.

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

NEF invites you to hear directly from the NEF Ambassadors who led the Africa SDGs Week across 15 African countries in this special acknowledgment video to the event's main sponsor, @Hewlett_Found, for their support in implementing this initiative.

Watch: https://t.co/QJFVkgDyUO

[Future of Science Forum @NextEinsteinFor]

Following the implementation of NEF Africa SDGs Week, the impact is clear.

✅ 60% youth attendance
✅ 5,000+ in-person participants
✅ 100K+ TV & radio audience

Thank you to @Hewlett_Found for your support and everyone across 15 hosting countries who made this event a success.

[AIMS RWANDA @AIMS_Rwanda]

Yesterday, we hosted a youth-focused panel discussion featuring @Inkotanyi_C, @vickykondi, Dr. Maria Albin, Dr. Beatrice Bonami, & Lea Merkel.

The panel explored how science & technology can empower youth to tackle climate change and advance the SDGs.

#AfricaSDGsWeek