AfricaLics

African Network for the Economics of Learning, Innovation and Competence Building Systems.

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You're invited!

Join the Official Inauguration Ceremony of the AACRA RCA Community of Practice and connect with a network of researchers advancing inclusive agricultural innovation and climate resilience across Africa.

📅 17 June 2026
🕑 2:00–3:45 PM (WAT)
💻 Virtual Event

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Exciting opportunity! The AfricaLics Open Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) invitesresearchers, institutions and organisations to host future Conferences and PhD Academies from 2027–2030.
For more information please visit - https://t.co/PRr8LkOPyh

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Final call — applications close tomorrow! ⌛️

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PHD Academy Deadline Extended to 1st May!

Master’s students can apply
We strongly encourage female scholars
We welcome applicants from low-income countries

Be part of a growing research & innovation community in Africa. Apply now!

https://t.co/zNafjbAPE3

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PHD Academy Deadline Extended to 1st May!

Master’s students can apply
We strongly encourage female scholars
We welcome applicants from low-income countries

Be part of a growing research & innovation community in Africa. Apply now!

https://t.co/zNafjbAPE3

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Only 2 days to go submit your Abstract!

Please note that abstract submission is optional and can be completed directly in the ConfTool text field. The deadline for full paper submission is 17th July 2026

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Only 2 days to go!

We invite submissions for the 7th AfricaLics International Conference. Be part of the conversation shaping Africa’s innovation future.

🔗 https://t.co/bDwElMhOls

#CallForPapers #AfricaLics2026 #InnovationInAfrica #AfricanScholarship #PolicyDialogue

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Only 2 days to go!

We invite submissions for the 7th AfricaLics International Conference. Be part of the conversation shaping Africa’s innovation future.

🔗 https://t.co/bDwElMhOls

#CallForPapers #AfricaLics2026 #InnovationInAfrica #AfricanScholarship #PolicyDialogue

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The call for 12th AfricaLics PhD Academy is now open!

The academy will bring together PhD scholars from across Africa for advanced training, mentorship, and research exchange.

Apply by 15 April 2026

Learn more: https://t.co/zNafjbBntB

#PhDAcademy

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The day concluded with a panel discussion on funding for networked research in Africa and group sessions exploring future research collaborations.

#AfricaLics #InnovationResearch #ResearchCollaboration #AfricaResearch

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Day 1 Highlights – RCA Research Workshop | Nairobi, Kenya

Day 1 of the Research Coordination Areas (RCA) Workshop brought together members of the AfricaLics network to strengthen collaboration and advance Innovation & Development (I&D) research in Africa.

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Participants also engaged in discussions across 4 research areas: STI Measurement in Africa; Global Value Chains, Innovation and Industrialization; Inclusive Agricultural Innovation for Climate Resilience; and Innovation and Sustainable Energy Transition in Africa (i-SET Africa)

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How do we move from workplace discrimination to genuine commitment? Join the upcoming @AfricaLics webinar on Diversity Management in Emerging Economies.

Register: https://t.co/m9GG0takzw

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Can insurance and credit solve the productivity gap for African farmers? Mercy Jacobs is proving it can! Learn more as she talks about her research as part of the #AfricaLics VFP 2025 cohort.

https://t.co/GR3GU8crCw

#SustainableAgri #SmallholderFarmers #VFP #WomenInScience

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We’re excited to share the latest profile from the VFP 2025 cohort! Meet @MohamedHassenToyib as he opens up about his academic journey, research focus, and vision for impact.

https://t.co/lOputClgeP

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Now Live!

Meet @AlineMutabazi, part of the VFP 2025 Cohort, and discover the story behind her research, ambition, and drive to create meaningful change.

This is one conversation you don’t want to miss.

https://t.co/aYeQ8Pj8Og

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AfricaLics conference 2026 - Call for Papers & Posters!

Submit your paper by 31 May 2026 via the link below.
Acceptance notifications: After 1 July 2026
Final papers due: 1 August 2026

Please note: Poster presenters cover their own conference costs.

https://t.co/OKoywnD5WN

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The 7th #AfricaLics Conference 2026 is coming soon!
A leading space for research, innovation + development conversations in Africa.
Apply today!
#Innovation #AfricaResearch

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We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Dave Kaplan, a cherished colleague and friend. We invite all to share their memories and tributes in his honour via the tribute page below. Your words will help celebrate a life that meant so much to so many.
https://t.co/ZHjaokIjvb

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Season’s Greetings from the AfricaLics Secretariat!

As we reflect on the year, we’re pleased to share that our latest newsletter is now live for highlights from across the network.

Wishing you a joyful holiday and a purposeful New Year.

https://t.co/XtlMefL7Zn

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2025 End of Year Party
On 5 Dec 2025, AfricaLics members & alumni celebrated achievements, announced leadership transitions and welcomed new ASB members - while thanking outgoing members. Together, we look ahead to impactful collaboration in 2026!
More: https://t.co/bgcyfxmG3Q