AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET)

🌍 Championing Africa's Technology Future | Advising AU Member States on Emerging Technologies | Innovation for Socio-Economic Growth | Initiative of AUDA-NEPAD

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

Which #EmergingTechnologies should Africa prioritise next?

#APET wants your input to guide #InclusiveGrowth and innovation.

Africa’s future is being shaped now. Your expertise belongs in this conversation.👇

🗓 30 April 2026
🔗 https://t.co/okJrxNPA8L

#Agenda2063

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

The 12th Calestous Juma Executive Dialogue (#CJED), taking place in Addis Ababa on 12–13 February 2026, convenes leaders from policy, science and industry to advance science, technology and innovation for Africa—this year spotlighting science communication as a driver of trust and impact.

In his keynote, Dr Alex Essome, Co-Chair of the Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Development, speaking on “The Future of Science Communication in Africa and the Global South” explored how science communication shapes trust, policy and innovation across Africa and the Global South.

He emphasised that communicating science is deeply cultural, influencing how knowledge is understood, shared and acted upon.

The session positioned communication as essential infrastructure for progress. When science is accessible and culturally grounded, it becomes actionable and scalable.

#APETCJED#APET #ScienceCommunication #STIWeek2026 #STISA2034 #ScienceLeadership

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

What is the cost of science when its message never reaches the people who need it?

The Calestous Juma Executive Dialogue (CJED) opens today in Addis Ababa, convening researchers, communicators and policy leaders to strengthen how evidence informs decision-making across Africa and the Global South.

From science communication frameworks to practical capacity building, CJED focuses on translating research into action that drives development. The dialogue reflects a shared commitment to making science more visible, accessible and impactful.

#APETCJED #CJED #ScienceCommunication #STIWeek2026 #STISA2034

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

What will it really take to build a thriving research and development ecosystem in Africa?

At the CJED Fellows Baraza during #STIWeek, the conversation moved beyond theory and into action. The room agreed: while government investment is the spark, it cannot be the whole fire.

To truly achieve the vision of #STISA2034, the private sector must step up. Speakers painted a clear picture of the future— one where we remove costly biotech import barriers, govern Research & Development with a clear hand, and build an ecosystem so competitive that our brightest minds choose to stay and build at home.

Government investment sends the signal, but it's the confidence of the entire market that will turn up the volume on #AfricanInnovation.

#ScienceForDevelopment

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

Not everyone could join us in person for #STIWeek2026, but your voice still matters.

Join the #STISA2034 Townhall (hybrid) for an interactive dialogue with policymakers on R&D financing, science-policy linkages, and coordinated continental action. This is your chance to discuss how Africa can strengthen its science and innovation systems.

Take your seat at the table. Register and join the dialogue:
https://t.co/Z3zb8zGync

@_AfricanUnion @AUCEducation

#ScienceForDevelopment #InnovationAfrica #EdTechAfrica #AIforAfrica #ResearchAndInnovation #DigitalTransformation

[African Academy of Sciences @AASciences]

At #STIWeek2026 Prof Catherine Ngila opened the high-level session with a powerful call to action: "We must ensure that women are well represented even as we champion and shape Africa's future through AI, Science, Technology and Innovation"
#STISA2034
@NEPAD_Agency
@_AfricanUnion

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

🇪🇹 Our SIFA FC team has landed at #STIWeek2026!

We are thrilled to be on the ground at the Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) Week, a pivotal event on the margins of @_AfricanUnion Summit.

This year’s theme is all about Education, Entrepreneurship, and Employment – the “3 Es” that drive us every single day. It’s a perfect match! The conversations here are about turning big ideas into reality: sparking a skills revolution and building innovation ecosystems that create real opportunities. This is exactly what @SIFA_FC is all about—forging strong links between technical training (TVET) and industry to create meaningful jobs for Africa’s youth.

But we haven’t come alone. We’ve brought the stories of our incredible partners with us. At our booth, you’ll meet some of our amazing Ethiopian grantees who are changing the game on the ground. You’ll also get a digital tour of our projects from all eight of our partner countries, showcasing everything from cutting-edge infrastructure to groundbreaking skills models.

This isn’t just an exhibition for us; it’s a celebration of collaboration and a preview of the skilled, innovative future we are building together. @AUCEducation @SymerreGrey

Attending #STIWeek2026 in Addis? Come say hello! Visit the SIFA FC booth, meet our partners, and see the future of African skills in action.

#SIFAinAction #Skills4Africa #TVET #YouthEmployment #AUSummit2026 #Agenda2063 #Innovation

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

The launch of STISA 2034 and the African EdTech 2030 Vision is more than policy — it is a promise to every learner, every teacher, and every researcher that Africa will invest in their potential.

“I call upon Member States to integrate STISA 2034 into national development plans, commit to investing at least 1% of GDP in R&D, and mainstream gender and youth in STI programmes. We must integrate STI into other development sectors such as agriculture, health, and trade. STISA 2034 prioritises strengthening governance and positioning Africa more effectively. Above all, let us place STI at the centre of all national development goals of every African country.” – Delivered by Dr Msingathi Sipuka, AUDA-NEPAD Chief of Staff on behalf of CEO, H.E. @nardosbthomas.

Behind these strategies are human stories: kids in rural Senegal accessing Wolof‑language digital courseware, scientists in Nairobi contributing to AI language models, teachers in Lagos gaining confidence in digital pedagogy. These are the lives we transform when we move from strategy to implementation.

Explore the strategies to understand how Africa is building a knowledge‑driven future:
Implementation Plan for the Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA 2034): https://t.co/DBgaxTApZ8
Empowering Africa through Education Technology – The Africa EdTech 2030 Vision & Plan: https://t.co/ogMAfxZ5EC
AUDA-NEPAD EdTech Policy Initiative – Policy Framework for Advancing Standards-Based, Vendor-Neutral EdTech in Africa: https://t.co/5dYI6iL16B

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

Day 1 of #STIWeek2026 showcased how STISA 2034 is translating into real programmes that strengthen Africa’s innovation ecosystem. A suite of new initiatives was announced to accelerate learning, youth leadership and research capacity across the continent.

These include
✅ ⁠The #XPRIZE Accelerate Learning Prize
✅ ⁠2026 Presidential #YouthinAI & Robotics Competition
✅ ⁠The #AfricanAI Language Models Initiative
✅ ⁠The #MwangawaElimu movement
✅ ⁠Science Granting Councils Initiative Phase 3 (SGCI-3)

This collective launch reinforces how partnerships and coordinated investment are shaping Africa’s STI future.

#STIWeek2026 #STISA2034 #EdTechAfrica #AfricanInnovation

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

It’s one thing to have a blueprint, but it’s another to start building. Today, we picked up the tools.

Day 2 of #STIWeek2026 was all about action as we began turning the #STISA2034 vision into reality.

The day moved from high-level strategy to hands-on collaboration. It started with a powerful fireside chat where leaders tackled the big questions: How do we turn ideas into industries? How do we weave our national policies into a strong, unified continental strategy?

A clear consensus emerged: real progress in African science and tech hinges on a powerful harmony of three things working together: funding, smart governance, and a deeply connected ecosystem.

This theme carried directly into a hands-on workshop where the message was put into practice. The day proved that collaboration is the true engine for Africa’s progress. We’re not just talking about the future; we’re building it together. @_AfricanUnion @AUCEducation @SymerreGrey

#STIWeek2026 #STISA2034 #ScienceForDevelopment #DigitalTransformation #AfricaRising #Innovation

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

The #STISA2034 Implementation Plan launch signalled a shift from vision to delivery. Leaders emphasised that strategy alone will not drive change, implementation is the true test.

The discussion reinforced #Agenda2063’s commitment to inclusion, ensuring Africa’s STI progress expands access and benefits communities historically left behind.

#STIWeek2026 #EdTechAfrica #AfricanInnovation #ScienceForDevelopment

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

#STISA2034 moves from framework to delivery. Today’s launch aligns Member States, institutions and partners around concrete interventions that strengthen research systems, frontier technologies and innovation ecosystems.

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

From Addis Ababa, #STIWeek2026 has officially opened — bringing together policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and youth to align priorities and implementation.

Over the next three days, Africa’s science, technology and innovation community will engage in high-level dialogues, unveil new strategies, and strengthen partnerships to drive a knowledge‑driven future.

📍 Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa
📅 10–12 February 2026

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

Africa’s next decade of science, technology and innovation is moving from vision to action ⁣
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From 10–12 February 2026, Addis Ababa will host the Science, Technology & Innovation Week, coinciding with the #AUSummit, to convene policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and youth to align priorities and implementation.⁣
Highlights include:⁣
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✅Launch of the 𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐀 𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟒 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧, setting the roadmap for knowledge-driven growth⁣
✅Unveiling of 𝐀𝐔𝐃𝐀-𝐍𝐄𝐏𝐀𝐃’𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐬����𝐨𝐧 & 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎, reimagining digital learning systems⁣
✅Announcements on key continental initiatives, including the 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐈 & 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and science systems strengthening dialogues⁣
✅High-level policy dialogues and implementation-focused workshops that strengthen partnerships across sectors⁣
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📍 Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa⁣
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📅 10–12 February 2026⁣
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#STIWeek2026 #STISA2034 #APET #ScienceForDevelopment #InnovationAfrica #FutureOfEducation #EdTechAfrica #AIforAfrica #YouthInSTI #ResearchAndInnovation #DigitalTransformation⁣

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

3/ Take your seat at the table as Africa defines what fair and contextual #AIGovernance looks like - built for our realities, our data, and our priorities.

🗓️ 21 Oct 2025 | 16:00 SAST
💻 Register: https://t.co/L4yokngPrc

#AIForAfrica #InclusiveAI #AIForGood #APET #STISA2034

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

1/ Whose values shape the #AI shaping our future? 🤔

As AI enters every space, from #Healthcare to #Governance, one question becomes urgent:
Who decides what “#EthicalAI” looks like?

💻 Register: https://t.co/L4yokngPrc
#DigitalJustice #AIGovernance #AIForAfrica #STISA2034

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

2/ This #AfricanHumanRightsDay, @NEPAD_Agency & @RIAnetwork are bringing together policymakers, researchers & rights advocates to ask: 👉 Whose #ArtificialIntelligence Is It Anyway? Join us as Africa takes the mic to lead the #AIJustice conversation. #DigitalJustice #InclusiveAI

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

2/ These #AIGuidelines will help governments balance #innovation & #regulation, enabling startups and innovators to grow while protecting citizens from harm. The goal is not to slow innovation, but to make it safe and trusted. #AIForAfrica

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

1/ Today, #APET members are meeting with its Secretariat and #AfricanAI experts  to review Africa’s #AI programme. The focus is clear: Africa needs #ResponsibleAI Guidelines. AI can transform lives, but without guardrails it can reinforce inequalities or embed foreign biases.

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

2/ Missed opportunities must become our greatest teachers. Never again should Africa be a slave to lost chances.
The continent has a pool of exceptional youth. Equipping them with the right skills is how we turn destiny into reality.

#ISWA2025 #Agenda2063 #YouthEmpowerment

[AU High-Level Panel on Emerging Technologies(APET) @OfficialAPET]

1/ Hon. Felix Mutati, Minister of Technology & Science, delivering remarks on behalf of H.E. President Hakainde Hichilema at #ISWA2025: “Destiny can be delayed but not denied.” Africa’s future lies in our hands. #IndustrialSkills #SustainableDevelopment #Agenda2063