Africa Launches ASTIL Forum to Strengthen Global Scientific Influence

In a bold move to enhance Africa’s role in global scientific decision-making, leading African science and policy institutions have launched the African Science, Technology, and Innovation Leaders’ (ASTIL) Forum. This initiative aims to position Africa as a key player in international science diplomacy while fostering stronger research collaborations across the continent. The forum was officially unveiled on March 20, 2025, at Stellenbosch University (SU) in South Africa during a conference marking the 30th anniversary of the Centre for Research on Evaluation, Science a...