Calls for more funding for research and development

Kenya and African countries are being urged to boost funding for science, technology and research to reduce reliance on donor support and build stronger innovation-driven economies...

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A call has been made for Kenya and other African countries to significantly increase their investment in science, technology, research, and innovation.

The primary objective is to foster self-reliance and reduce dependence on donor support.
This appeal highlights the critical need for domestic funding in research and development across the continent.
The article emphasizes that greater investment will bolster innovation and technological advancement within African nations.

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