SCIENCE GRANTING COUNCILS INITIATIVE
28 SEPTEMBER–2 OCTOBER 2026

Forum programme

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Programme day
WED · 30 SEPT

Policy Day

Official high-level opening, strategic policy dialogue and engagement

Official High-Level Opening

High-level dialogue on STI in Africa: the role of SGCI in STISA-2034 implementation

Keynote: Rt Hon. Dr Tjitunga Ngurare - STI in Namibia

Health break

Exploring the Future of African Research Infrastructure

Lunch break

Councils’ visibility, leadership, and policy influence

Positioning Africa in the global research ecosystem

Governance meetings

Networking evening: SGCI Alliance Mega Kick-off Dinner

Programme details are subject to change.