Young Africans Research Academy

One-year Africa-focused researcher-in-training program for young scholars

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The @yara_research YARA STEM Fellowship 2025 officially launched this weekend with an open kickoff event

Huge thanks to everyone who joined — fellows, mentors, partners, and the wider community.

Here’s to bold ideas and African-led research innovation
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Africa faces challenges every day in health, technology, and beyond.

The way forward starts with one step: listening to what’s working.

Your voice can help shape how decisions are made for Africa’s future.

Join the conversation:
https://t.co/BcOJnKHAAe

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4/4 thread:
💼 Want to connect with Brianna?
👉 linkedin:
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🚨Fellow Spotlight: Meet Brianna Donkoh — a rising public health researcher from Ghana 🇬🇭 and a 2025 @yara_research Fellow!

She’s tackling drug-resistant malaria with cutting-edge molecular research.

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🧠What drives her?

“To pioneer research in public health & molecular biology and empower more women in biochemistry.”

Bonus: She loves comics, animals, and her favorite quote is Psalm 46:5 🎶

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@yara_research YARA is looking for volunteers!

Want to shape the future of African research?

Join us. We’re recruiting for:
🔹 Community Manager
🔹 Social Media Manager
🔹 Program Support Officer

Make impact.Gain experience.Grow your network.

Email: [email protected]

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The YARA Fellowship officially kicks off Today !

Time : 11:00AM GMT
Join via: : https://t.co/SIutrCSh5l

Join us as we welcome our first cohort of brilliant minds — researchers, innovators, and future leaders.

We're inviting everyone to be part of this milestone moment.

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Lord Selase

Lord is a student at @KNUSTGH reading Meteorology & Climate Science with a deep commitment to climate action and ocean-atmosphere interactions.

Lord is on a mission to protect Africa’s ecosystems through science.

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Meet The 2025 YARA Fellows — a trailblazing cohort of 10 young African researchers ready to reshape science and innovation on the continent.

From AI and climate modeling to protein science and health tech

This thread will restore your faith in Africa’s scientific future.👇

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Linda Akosua Essilfie

Linda is a biomedical engineering student @acitygh exploring the intersections of neurology, innovation, and youth empowerment.

Linda believes tech and leadership can transform lives.