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Africa Science Focus is SciDev.Net's award-winning weekly podcast. We dive deep into the impacts that science has on everything from health, to technology, agriculture and life. Subscribe to get the best science and development news from the continent delivered straight to you!
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S4E63 Climate-smart actions to reduce crop loss in Africa
Across Sub-Saharan Africa, farmers are increasingly losing crops to shifting weather patterns, emerging pests and prolonged dry spells. Rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall are changing the…
S4E62 How can better data curb Africa’s crop loss crisis?
Across Sub-Saharan Africa, farmers are losing large portions of their harvest before crops ever reach the market. Pests, droughts and shifting weather patterns are decimating yields, while weak data…
S4E61 Why plant health matters for One Health systems
Plant health is quietly shaping what we eat, the diseases we face and how our ecosystems function. But if you look at most One Health discussions, plants barely feature.In this episode of Africa…
S4E60 Advancing gender equality in research
[SciDev.Net] – Following up on our previous episode that explored the funding disparities faced by women in STEM across Africa, this episode of Africa Science Focus explores the ongoing efforts to…
S4E59 Unlocking stronger food systems with African research
The 2025 Global Food Policy Report warns that the world could be heading toward another major food crisis. For Africa, the warning is especially urgent.Across the continent, food systems are under…
S4E58 Forest loss adds to Africa's food crisis
[SciDev.Net] Millions of people parts of Africa are facing record levels of hunger, the UN World Food Programme has warned. Yet at the same time, the region is rapidly losing forests, one of its most…
S4E57 Space innovation in Africa tackling local problems
Africa's space sector, while valued at US$22.64 billion in 2024, is still in its early stages—but scientists say it holds significant promise for addressing some of the continent’s development…
S4E56 Researching Africa's oceans to support livelihoods
Africa’s oceans are vital for economic growth, supporting fisheries, tourism, and coastal livelihoods. But the costs of plastic pollution in our seas are mounting.The World Bank puts the cost of the…
S4E55 Can AI bridge the gaps in Africa’s healthcare systems?
Africa’s healthcare systems face major challenges, from workforce shortages to gaps in infrastructure. In the latest episode of Africa Science Focus, reporter Michael Kaloki speaks with AI experts…
S4E54 How language barriers are impeding science learning
Language plays a crucial role in education, shaping how students learn and connect with the world.Yet, according to UNESCO, 40 per cent of the global population does not have access to education in a…
S4E53 Women in STEM make strides in education, climate change
Globally, women account for just 30 per cent of science professionals and this underrepresentation persists across Africa. In this final podcast episode of 2024, Africa Science Focus speaks to two…
S4E52 Making Science Fun!
Science is fun! That’s the message from science communicators who are undertaking the critical task of engaging the researchers, mathematicians and engineers of tomorrow.A 2024 UNESCO report showed…
S4E51 Scientists harness gene editing for climate-resilient wheat
By 2030, Africa will account for 53 per cent of the world's population living in hunger, primarily due to climate change and worsening food shortages, the UN warns.In this episode of Africa Science…
S4E50 Why researchers should drop the jargon and speak out
By communicating their research, scientists can influence policy and drive meaningful change in society. Findings from scientific research have the power to address pressing challenges in society,…
S4E49 Inclusive policies key to expanding women’s tech access
Systemic barriers and poor support structures are stifling the progress of women in STEMUnderrepresentation of women in science and technology is limiting the continent's access to different…
S4E48 Reviving Africa's indigenous science knowledge
Africa's indigenous knowledge holds untapped potential for scientific innovation.In a continent with so many different cultures and traditions, indigenous knowledge has enormous potential to inform…
S4E47 Can hydroponics help ease Africa's food shortages?
Sub-Saharan Africa faces significant food security challenges, exacerbated by climate change and conflict.In this episode of Africa Science Focus, we explore the potential of hydroponic farming. This…
S4E46 Nigerian farmers, scientists divided over GM maize
The Nigerian government's approval earlier this year of transgenic insect-resistant and drought-tolerant maize varieties, also known as TELA maize, has sparked intense debate among farmers,…
S4E45 Citizen science paves the way to policy
Citizen science educates the public about science and enhances research for evidence-driven policiesIn this episode of Africa Science Focus, our reporter Michael Kaloki speaks with African scientists…
S4E44 Anti-HIV vagina ring limited by cost, access
The dapivirine vaginal ring holds promise in the fight against HIV. But for the young women in Africa who need it most, access remains a major challenge. Women aged 15 to 24 are disproportionately…
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