African Centre for Technology Studies
Research Institute
www.acts-net.orgNairobi, KenyaAbout
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) is a leading Intergovernmental STI policy Think Tank which was established in 1988. Its mandate is to strengthen the capacities and policies of African countries and institutions to use science, technology, and innovation for sustainable development. ACTS is based in Nairobi through a host agreement with the Kenya Government and enjoys international status. It has representation from Ghana (current chair), Ethiopia, Malawi, Cote d’Ivoire, UK, Sweden, Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) and the East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO).
ACTS is currently implementing it seventh strategic plan (2022 - 2026) and pursuing the following five programmes: Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Security; Climate Resilient Economy (CRE); Science, Technology, Innovation, Knowledge and Society (STIKS); Digital Economy; and Gender Youth and Inclusive Development. These programmes are delivered through policy research, policy engagement, capacity building and technology brokerage.
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