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Originally published by Capital Newstop
September 16, 2025
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Africa-EU forum in Nairobi urges adoption of Science and Innovation for Green Transition
"We believe that through science, technology and innovation, we can address the most pressing challenges of our time. We can build stronger connections, foster deeper collaboration, and create lasting impact,” said Ondrej Simek, Deputy Head of the European Union Delegation in K..
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The annual Africa Regional Centres of Excellence (ArcX) Forum in Nairobi, an initiative under the EU–Africa partnership, convened stakeholders from Africa and Europe to stress the critical role of science, technology, and innovation in accelerating Africa's green transition and sustainable development, particularly in managing natural resources.
- Dr. Robert Nasi, Director of Science at CIFOR-ICRAF, warned that Africa is losing its forests at an alarming rate, threatening agriculture, increasing unemployment, and damaging the tourism sector.
- The forum emphasized agroecology as a vital solution to boost food production, restore biodiversity, and build resilience to climate shocks.
- Stakeholders highlighted the need for credible data and effective monitoring systems to translate scientific research into political action, bridging the gap between knowledge and governance to inform decisions for Africa's future.
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