Special Issue: Can innovation address Africa’s challenges? (original) (raw)

2021, African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development

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The paper discusses the pivotal role of innovation systems in addressing Africa's socio-economic challenges. It emphasizes the necessity of collaborative efforts from various stakeholders to foster ecosystems that promote innovation and transformative development in Africa. The African Innovation Summit (AIS) serves as a critical platform for mobilizing these stakeholders and facilitating networks that can help develop and scale innovative solutions to key developmental issues.