A flagship Pan-African convening repositioning science as a cultural, political, and economic force shaping Africa's next decade.
Four interconnected priorities that frame every conversation, session, and outcome of the conference.
Innovative models for sustainable domestic R&D investment — philanthropy, sovereign wealth, blended finance, and budget advocacy aligned with AU STI commitments.
Agile, trustworthy governance — crafting and harmonizing regulatory frameworks from ethics review to market approval that safely accelerate scientific progress.
Spanning academia, research infrastructure, applied innovation, and local manufacturing — leveraging AI, genomics, and digital platforms from foundational research to advanced production.
Combating misinformation, fostering science literacy through media and arts, ethically engaging indigenous knowledge holders, and demonstrating science's relevance to everyday life.
| 8th September 2026Financing & Governing | 9th September 2026Executing & Innovating | 10th September 2026Embedding & Sustaining |
|---|---|---|
| Opening Remarks & Plenary | A Financiers Round Table | Africa Voices of Science Forum |
| Sustainable Financing for Local R&D | Philanthropy: Funding our Healthcare | Designing Power: Women's & Youth Forum |
| Govt & Donor Round Table | Building Markets for African Health Innovation | Combating Health & Science Misinformation |
| Where Money Meets Discovery | The DVC's Round Table & Future of Education | Creating Demand for Science Through Storytelling |
| Africa's One Health: Science Without Communities Doesn't Work | State of AI for Healthcare | Cultural & Scientific Tribute |
| Advancing Indigenous Knowledge in Scientific Systems | Genomics & Personalized Healthcare | Negotiating the Science Action Agenda |
| Youth & Innovation Catalyst (Half-Day) | Scaling Local Manufacturing & Innovation | Action Agenda Adoption & Closing |
| 7:00 PM – 9:00 PMHonors Gala Dinner & Awards |
A landmark evening where Africa's leading scientists, institutions, and champions of progress gather to celebrate the people redefining the continent's scientific future. The Honors Gala turns recognition into renewed commitment — honoring excellence, elevating role models, and inspiring the next generation to carry the culture of science forward.
Submit your interest to attend the Culture of Science Conference 2026. Whether you're a researcher, policymaker, partner, or investor — we'd love to hear from you and tailor your participation to match your goals.
Researchers, advocates, and innovators united by a commitment to Africa's health R&D agenda.
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