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You will hear once per month directly from African CEOs and international investors shaping the future of sustainable African development. 7 Projects Using AI to Shape Africa’s Food Systems – Copy Innovative solutions are being found to Africa’s farming challenges. 3D-Printed Beak Gives South African Macaw a New Lease on Life Max, a 20-year-old blue and gold macaw, regains ability to eat solid food after groundbreaking prosthetic surgery. Prof Alfred Ngowi Exploring opportunities in South African research and innovation. 6 Innovative 3D Printed Solutions from Central University of Technology CRPM is not only addressing immediate healthcare needs but also building local capacity for medical device innovation and manufacturing in Dr. Amos Nungu Exploring opportunities in Tanzanian research and innovation. Professor Gregor Majdic How can European institutions contribute to Africa's growth while tackling shared global issues? Professor Amr Adly The flagship projects of the Egypt-Japan University of Technology are shaping the sustainable development of the Middle East and Africa. Prof. Mohamed El-Shinawi "Innovation, for me, is not only thinking outside the box but also applying ideas to change and impact the community Prof. Kenneth Matengu Namibia is set to take an exciting leap forward as the country invests in the development of emerging sectors. Prof. Felix Ankomah Asante The University of Ghana has implemented an innovation policy to shape the future of key sectors in West Africa. Prof. Patrick Ogao Uganda Technology and Management University (UTAMU) is transitioning to Universal Technology and Management University to reflect its global mission. Prof. Paul Mapfumo Zimbabwe is moving towards a knowledge-driven and innovation-led economy. Prof Wim de Villiers Stellenbosch University VC: "How do we build social cohesion moving forward?" Prof Patrick Edrin Kyamanywa Uganda Martyr's University vice-chancellor calls for global collaboration in developing STEM focused graduated and entrepreneurs. Prof. Felix Maringe The University of Kigali is building Rwanda's innovation-led green university. Professor Barnabas Nawangwe "We must create tailor-made solutions for us that insulate us from concepts like ‘Vaccine Apartheid’, where people from this side Partnerships Are Needed To Support Botswana’s Young Innovators – Prof. Alinah K. Segobye "Botswana's younger generation are breaking barriers to new knowledge, innovative technologies, and markets" Dr. Thulani Dlamini South Africa's Council for Scientific and Industrial Research CEO outlines plans for the commercialisation of research in sectors from vaccine Prof Jose Frantz "I definitely think we can have significant impacts on the country's future. 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The construction industry produces over 30% of the world’s waste and is responsible for more than 40% AfricaLive Launches The African Innovation Map Project is launched to increase exposure for Africa’s innovators and researchers. 7 Projects Using AI to Shape Africa’s Food Systems Innovative solutions are being found to Africa’s farming challenges. 3-D Printing: Africa’s Most Exciting Projects 2024 could see a revolution in Africa’s construction industry, while sectors like healthcare and aerospace continue to evolve in Africa Moroccan Scientists Aim to Lead Soil Fertility Revolution Despite Morocco's rich phosphate deposits, many African soils remain undernourished, affecting crop yields. Prof Zeblon Vilakazi "We are arguably one of the world’s top universities regarding impact. We have created an impact by teaching deep human
