African Technology Policy Studies Network

DATA PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL AGE: NAVIGATING CHALLENGES IN AFRICA

DATA PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL AGE: NAVIGATING CHALLENGES IN AFRICA In an increasingly interconnected world, data has become the lifeblood of the digital age. From personal information to sensitive business records, data is generated, shared, and stored at an unprecedented rate. This digital transformation brings with it enormous benefits, but it also raises critical concerns […]

African Think-Tanks in a Post COVID-19 Dispensation

Can you ‘Plug & Play’ entrepreneurial thinking into any situation? I have been asking myself this question recently because I keep being presented with opportunities to design and deliver programmes in a wide range of settings with the common theme of stimulating an entrepreneurial mindset. That’s partly because I am part of the GCRF-funded RECIRCULATE project. You might […]

Encouraging Researchers to Think Outside the Box

Can you ‘Plug & Play’ entrepreneurial thinking into any situation? I have been asking myself this question recently because I keep being presented with opportunities to design and deliver programmes in a wide range of settings with the common theme of stimulating an entrepreneurial mindset. That’s partly because I am part of the GCRF-funded RECIRCULATE project. You might […]

STI POLICY GAP: A BARRIER TO ECONOMIC PROGRESS IN AFRICA

STI POLICY GAP: A BARRIER TO ECONOMIC PROGRESS IN AFRICA By Dr. Jaro Arero Deputy Director, Basic Sciences & Engineering Division at the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO and a STI Policy Expert. As global economic trends move from commodity to knowledge economy, ideas have become an important constituent of the modern day trading process. […]

REVOLUTIONIZING AFRICA’S ECONOMY THROUGH AGRIPRENEURSHIP

REVOLUTIONIZING  AFRICA’S ECONOMY THROUGH AGRIPRENEURSHIP By Chibukizo Okpiri Many African countries have been hit hard by the present economic lacuna. Economic recession is the headlines in Nigeria,  Zimbabwe is plunged in debt exacerbated by  lack of a diversified export base and declining terms of trade that make it difficult for the country to adjust to […]

Course on Organised farmers as partners in agribusiness

Course on Organised farmers as partners in agribusiness Disclaimer:  The information and opinions expressed on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the ATPS Network. Posted on 19th December, 2016by Mrs. Manon Lent Short course with fellowship opportunity 25 September – 6 October 2017 Improving farmers’ performance and business relations This course perceives farmers as autonomous […]

Course on Climate change and food security nexus

Course on Climate change and food security nexus Disclaimer:  The information and opinions expressed on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the ATPS Network. Posted on 19th December, 2016by Mrs. Manon Lent Short course with Fellowship opportunity 11 – 22 September 2017 Developing the capacity to facilitate change Climate change adaptation and mitigation activities are […]

THE REVAMPED ATPS WEBSITE GOES LIVE

THE REVAMPED ATPS WEBSITE GOES LIVE Disclaimer:  The information and opinions expressed on this page do not necessarily reflect the views of the ATPS Network. Posted on 23rd June, 2010by Mr. Nelson Akenga June 21, 2010; The ATPS website that has been under review is now online. The site, which boasts state of the art multi-media capabilities has […]