Connecting Science to Humanity. Highlighting Africa's contributions to science & innovation. Improving Science Policy.
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Future of Science Forum retweeted
25 Nov 2025
This session falls under theme 7: Entrepreneurship and Innovation, supported by the @Hewlett_Found and the South African Department of Science, Technology and Innovation.
We invite you to join us as we co-create solutions that will shape Africa’s sustainable future.
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Future of Science Forum retweeted
25 Nov 2025
We are delighted to introduce speakers at the Science Forum South Africa 2025 (#SFSA2025) for the Future of Science Forum (FSF) session on “Youth-led Innovations for Sustainable Development in Africa."
Naledi Mpeke
Huzaifa Khan
Abdul Karrim
Sanera Maharaj
Lerato Maloka
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25 Nov 2025
Join us at the Science Forum South Africa 2025!
With theme “Youth-Led Innovations for Sustainable Development in Africa”, we will hold a session bringing young African changemakers to explore the transformative innovations creating real opportunities across the continent.
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25 Nov 2025
If you’re passionate about youth-led innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development, do not miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and co-create the future.
Join us and be part of Africa’s SDG-focused innovation movement!
#SFSA2025
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30 Apr 2025
Wrapping the NEF Africa SDGs Week in Rwanda - 6 youth innovators pitched in the SDG Innovation Competition with two winners being incubated in the AIMS Rwanda innovation hub.
Watch Highlights: youtu.be/7zpiM82NzUk
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#AfricaSDGs #YouthInnovation #SDGs #Rwanda
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29 Apr 2025
Rwanda Highlights from #AfricaSDGsWeek!
The kickoff featured insights from Prof. Sam Yala & other partners spotlighting Rwanda’s SDG progress & innovation.
Youth wrapped up with an #SDGs design game that sparked creativity & fresh perspectives.
Watch: youtu.be/l7KTdkiDa-8
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Future of Science Forum retweeted
2 Apr 2025
Today, we officially launched the AIMS Rwanda Incubator, "Eureka Mu Rugo"!
The innovation hub will nurture bold ideas and innovations, turning knowledge into real-world solutions impacting communities!
Welcome to the world of science-led innovations!
#EurekaMuRugo
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Future of Science Forum retweeted
2 Apr 2025
As we launch the Incubator, Prof. Sam Yala warmly welcomed guests to this long-awaited event. He gave credit to the dedicated team behind the incubator’s creation. “#EurekaAMuRugo stands as our core belief: We aspire to be a home for ideas and innovation, right here in Africa.”
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5 Mar 2025
We continue to follow the highlights of the NEF Africa SDGs Week at @AimsCmr which hosted a workshop on the role of universities and #STEM education in advancing the #SDGs.
Watch the highlights of the speakers & youth innovation showcase: youtu.be/ux3MM6mN1GU
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4 Mar 2025
East Africa Spotlight: NEF Africa SDGs Week – Kenya
The 5-day event, led by NEF Ambassador @GraceNzivo, highlighted youth’s role in sustainability, Kenya’s SDG profile, and the impact of energy on development.
🎥 Watch the highlights: youtu.be/ERMKsNCuLCw
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27 Feb 2025
We continue our #NEFAfrica #SDGsWeek highlights in Central Africa, focusing on Cameroon!
Youth explored the country’s SDG progress & engaged in a STEM & SDGs skill-building workshop.
All thanks to NEF Ambassador Prof. Tonjock Rosemary!
Watch - youtube.com/watch?v=obxBpYYV…
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25 Feb 2025
Wrapping up NEF Africa SDGs Week country highlights in West Africa with a spotlight on the Republic of Guinea, where IoT innovations and discussions on SDGs took center stage.
Watch - youtu.be/jWMxtcTToTA
Huge thanks to NEF Ambassador Haby Diallo for a successful event!
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21 Feb 2025
Continuing our West Africa video series, we highlight NEF Africa SDGs Week in Senegal!
Led by NEF Ambassador Arame Thiam & @AIMS_Senegal1, the 3-day event explored the SDGs and their role in Agenda 2030.
Watch the highlights: youtu.be/JI1t7uCH2uk
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NEF Africa SDGs Week | Senegal Highlights | 2024
WATCH: The Senegal SDGs Week highlights
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19 Feb 2025
Spotlight on Ghana | NEF Africa SDGs Week
The Ghana SDGs Week focused on empowering young women, where 55 brilliant girls came together to explore key #SDGs & shape their future!under the theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future.”
Watch: youtu.be/N-9J6X_coj4
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17 Feb 2025
Kicking off our country-specific highlights for the NEF Africa SDGs Week with Morocco, representing the North Africa Region!
The launch event emphasized the pivotal role of African youth in shaping a sustainable future for the continent.
Watch here: youtu.be/kn-H-FlLqqo
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Future of Science Forum retweeted
#ThrowbackThursday
Recapping the @NextEinsteinFor SDG's Week during Int. #DayoftheGirl in collaboration with @Hewlett_Found, @girledupghana, @SwissAmbAccra & others based on the theme “Girls’ Vision for the Future." This brought together 55 brilliant girls to delve into key SDGs!
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11 Feb 2025
NEF invites you to hear directly from the NEF Ambassadors who led the Africa SDGs Week across 15 African countries in this special acknowledgment video to the event's main sponsor, @Hewlett_Found, for their support in implementing this initiative.
Watch: youtu.be/m0tDzZNw8hE
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11 Feb 2025
In the video, the NEF Ambassadors express their enthusiasm and gratitude in a beautiful blend of African languages—celebrating the rich diversity and culture that made SDGs Week a truly transformative experience.
Stay tuned as we share country-specific key highlights.
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22 Jan 2025
Following the implementation of NEF Africa SDGs Week, the impact is clear.
✅ 60% youth attendance
✅ 5,000 in-person participants
✅ 100K TV & radio audience
Thank you to @Hewlett_Found for your support and everyone across 15 hosting countries who made this event a success.
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Future of Science Forum retweeted
17 Oct 2024
Yesterday, we hosted a youth-focused panel discussion featuring @Inkotanyi_C, @vickykondi, Dr. Maria Albin, Dr. Beatrice Bonami, & Lea Merkel.
The panel explored how science & technology can empower youth to tackle climate change and advance the SDGs.
#AfricaSDGsWeek
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