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African Academy of Sciences

Name: African Academy of Sciences
Address: 8 Miotoni Lane, Karen, Nairobi, 24916-00502, KE
Telephone: +254725290145
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The AAS is a pan African organisation transforming lives in Africa through science.

03/08/2026

The 2026 AAS Fellowship Call for Nominations is now open

The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) is inviting nominations for its prestigious Fellowship, one of the highest recognitions of scientific excellence on the continent.

AAS Fellowship honours outstanding scholars whose achievements in research, innovation, leadership, and contributions to policy and society have advanced science in Africa and around the world. Fellows are elected for life through a rigorous peer-review process based on scientific excellence and impact.

📅 Submission deadline: 9 September 2026

Learn more 👉 https://shorturl.at/lOdyd

30/07/2026

Advancing Evidence-Based Solutions for Climate-Smart Agriculture in Madagascar

Madagascar faces a unique development challenge. While the majority of the population depends on agriculture for their livelihoods, ongoing forest conversion and unsustainable farming practices continue to drive biodiversity loss and environmental degradation.

Dr. Sarobidy Rakotonarivo, an environmental socio-economist and fellow of the the African Research Initiative for Scientific Excellence (ARISE), is exploring how climate-smart agriculture can help tackle food insecurity and biodiversity loss in Madagascar.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/Ld5rW

EU International Partnerships
European Commission
European Research Council
EURAXESS Africa
African Union
EU Delegation to the African Union
CNRS

28/07/2026

Strengthening Africa–China Collaboration for Agricultural Transformation

The AAS and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the China-Africa Agricultural Science and Technology Innovation Alliance (CAASTIA), an important platform advancing agricultural research, innovation, and capacity building across the continent.

Meeting at the AAS headquarters in Nairobi, leaders from both institutions reviewed the Alliance's impressive growth and agreed on a roadmap to deepen collaboration, strengthen institutions, and accelerate the delivery of science-driven solutions for agriculture.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/PDA7y

Stephen Mutwiwa
Nkem Khumbah
Marleen Temmerman
Sergio Miawonene
Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research - EIAR
Agricultural Research Council
Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa - FARA
African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (AFAAS)
ASARECA
CORAF
CCARDESA

27/07/2026

Evidence-informed policy starts with expertise

Professor Anyang’ Nyong’o is shaping Kenya’s long-term development agenda beyond Vision 2030.

As Governor of Kisumu County and a distinguished Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (FAAS), Prof. Nyong’o led a team of independent economic scholars that developed strategic reflections and recommendations for Kenya’s next development framework. The report was presented to H.E. President William Ruto as the country considers a new vision focused on inclusive prosperity, economic transformation, and global competitiveness.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/4lcu8

Stephen Mutwiwa
Nkem Khumbah
Marleen Temmerman
Anyang' Nyong'o
Professor Shaukat Abdulrazak
Hon Musalia W Mudavadi
AUDA NEPAD
African Union
Women's Health and Action Research Centre
Kenya News Agency - KNA

24/07/2026

Save the Date 📅

Join us for the 16th AAS Scientific Conference & General Assembly, taking place in Tanzania from 15–18 December 2026.

Under the theme: “Science, Technology, and Innovation for Sustainable Development and Economic Prosperity in Africa” the conference will bring together scientists, policymakers, innovators, industry leaders, development partners, funders, and young researchers from across Africa and beyond.

The conference will serve as a premier platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, partnership building, and investment mobilization in support of Africa’s development agenda.

Learn more 👉 https://shorturl.at/knlcH

22/07/2026

Concerted efforts are needed to eliminate bilharzia in Africa 🦠

ARISE Fellow Dr. Nada Abdel Aziz, Lecturer at the Faculty of Science, Cairo University, is contributing to the growing body of research and advocacy aimed at tackling one of Africa’s most persistent neglected tropical diseases.

Schistosomiasis remains endemic in more than 40 African countries and continues to affect millions of people, particularly in communities with limited access to safe water and sanitation. Despite the success of mass drug administration programmes using praziquantel, reinfection remains a major challenge due to continued exposure to contaminated freshwater sources.

Dr. Aziz highlights several priorities for accelerating progress toward elimination:

• Advancing vaccine research and development
• Identifying new therapeutic options and drug candidates
• Improving diagnostic tools for detecting low-burden infections
• Expanding water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions
• Strengthening community education and behaviour change strategies
• Increasing political commitment and sustainable financing

Her work underscores the importance of combining scientific innovation with public health interventions and policy action to achieve lasting impact.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/Y1ASZ

African Union
EURAXESS Africa
European Commission
European Research Council
EU International Partnerships
EU Delegation to the African Union
CNRS

20/07/2026

Congratulations to Professor Rajeev Varshney, Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (FAAS), on being named a 2026 Top Agri-food Pioneer by the World Food Prize Foundation.

This prestigious recognition celebrates his outstanding contributions to agricultural science, food security, and sustainable development. Through his pioneering work in legume genomics, breeding, and seed systems, Prof. Varshney has helped translate advanced genomic research into practical solutions that benefit smallholder farmers across Africa and South Asia.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/6bLli

ICRISAT
Murdoch University
Rajeev Varshney
World Food Prize Foundation

17/07/2026

Media spotlight: Science and Innovation at the Centre of Africa’s Development Agenda 📰

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs H.E. Dr. Musalia Mudavadi has reaffirmed the Government of Kenya’s commitment to advancing science, technology and innovation as key drivers of sustainable development following a meeting with the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) Governing Council.

The discussions, led by AAS President Prof. Friday Okonofua, focused on strengthening collaboration to position science and innovation at the heart of Africa’s growth agenda.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/KpvKP

Professor Shaukat Abdulrazak
Hon Musalia W Mudavadi
Okonofua
Francine Ntoumi
AUDA NEPAD
African Union
TWAS - The World Academy of Sciences
National Research Foundation
Women's Health and Action Research Centre

16/07/2026

Mark your calendars! 📢

AAS is proud to be part of the Supporting and Developing Widening Strategies to Tackle Hydroclimatic Extreme Events (SD-WISHEES) project, connecting 16 partners across 11 countries to tackle hydroclimatic extremes.

From 10–12 November 2026, AAS will participate in the SD-WISHEES Final Conference in Tbilisi, Georgia, where researchers, policymakers, cultural heritage professionals, and international stakeholders will come together to explore solutions at the Water–Climate–Cultural Heritage Nexus.

14/07/2026

Strengthening Science-Policy Partnerships for Africa’s Transformation 🤝

The newly elected African Academy of Sciences (AAS) Governing Council has commenced its 2026–2029 term with high-level engagements aimed at strengthening the role of science, technology and innovation (STI) in Africa’s development.

Led by AAS President Prof. Friday Okonofua and Executive Director Dr. Stephen Mutwiwa, the Council met with H.E. Dr Musalia Mudavadi, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, and Prof. Shaukat Abdulrazak, Principal Secretary for Science, Research and Innovation, Government of Kenya.

The meeting reinforced a shared commitment to ensuring that science drives solutions to critical challenges in health, food security, climate change, energy, education, and industrialisation. It also highlighted the importance of strengthening African investment in research, supporting innovation ecosystems, and connecting science more directly to economic transformation.

Read more 👉 https://shorturl.at/hyqrm

Professor Shaukat Abdulrazak
Hon Musalia W Mudavadi
Okonofua
Francine Ntoumi
Union Development Agency-NEPAD
NEPAD
African Union
TWAS - The World Academy of Sciences
National Research Foundation of South Africa (NRF)
Women's Health and Action Research Centre
TWAS - The World Academy of Sciences

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24916-00502

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Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
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