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La science s’exprime en anglais. De nombreux chercheurs africains ne le parlent pas
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2026-06-03
La science s’exprime en anglais. De nombreux chercheurs africains ne le parlent pas
Selon les chercheurs, les barrières linguistiques déterminent qui est publié, financé et entendu dans le monde scientifique.
Science speaks English. Many African researchers do not
media article
2026-06-03
Science speaks English. Many African researchers do not
Researchers say language barriers shape who gets published, funded and heard in global science.
New president of African Academy of Sciences sets his agenda
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2026-05-29
New president of African Academy of Sciences sets his agenda
Professor Ebhodaghe Okonofua is the newly elected president of the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) and one of Africa’s foremost...
AAS Fellow Prof Lukoye Atwoli Awarded APA International Distinguished Fellow Recognition
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2026-05-22
AAS Fellow Prof Lukoye Atwoli Awarded APA International Distinguished Fellow Recognition
The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) congratulates Prof Lukoye Atwoli, a Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (FAAS), on...
Celebrating the Life and Contribution of Professor Shem Oyoo Wandiga
Tributes
2026-05-20
Celebrating the Life and Contribution of Professor Shem Oyoo Wandiga
It is with a great deal of sadness that the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) has received news of the...
AAS Fellow Prof Laila Mandi Honoured with GAÏA Environment Award
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2026-05-19
AAS Fellow Prof Laila Mandi Honoured with GAÏA Environment Award
The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) congratulates Prof Laila Mandi, a Fellow of the African Academy of Sciences (FAAS), on...
AAS Fellow Dr Rosemary Sang Elected International Member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences
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2026-05-18
AAS Fellow Dr Rosemary Sang Elected International Member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences
The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) congratulates Dr Rosemary Sang, a distinguished virologist and Fellow of the African Academy of...
How Africa can escape the debt trap
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2026-05-13
How Africa can escape the debt trap
The narrative that Africa faces a persistent debt crisis has become entrenched. In fact, despite representing nearly one-fifth of the...
Scientific Cooperation Forum Charts Africa’s Path to Sustainable Water for All
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2026-05-06
Scientific Cooperation Forum Charts Africa’s Path to Sustainable Water for All
The African Academy of Sciences (AAS), in partnership with the European Union (EU) and the Centre National de la Recherche...
Africa Semiconductor Forum Sets Path from Minerals to Microchips
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2026-05-04
Africa Semiconductor Forum Sets Path from Minerals to Microchips
Nairobi, Kenya, April 2026. The inaugural Africa Semiconductor Investors Forum closed in Nairobi with a clear message, Africa’s semiconductor opportunity...
Celebrating the Life and Contributions of Professor Raphael Munavu
Tributes
2026-04-27
Celebrating the Life and Contributions of Professor Raphael Munavu
The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Professor Raphael Munavu, an AAS...
Why Scientific Cooperation is Key to Ensuring Water for All in Africa
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2026-04-23
Why Scientific Cooperation is Key to Ensuring Water for All in Africa
Across Africa, the challenge of ensuring safe, reliable, and sustainable water access remains one of the most pressing development priorities...

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