British Council - South Africa Programmes -International Science Partnerships Fund
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The South Africa Research Initiative (SARChi) has previously launched significant programs, such as the Bilateral and Trilateral Research Chairs and the South Africa (SA). University Staff Doctoral Programme, aimed at increasing the number of black and female academics with PhDs in South Africa, thereby driving systemic reforms. This initiative now encompasses two new activities: the Sub-Sahara African Analysis Centre (SASAC) Programme, which promotes regional research collaborations and capacity building for students, scholars, and academics from South Africa and Least Developed Countries (LDCs) in Sub-Saharan Africa, and the Research Commercialisation Capacity Strengthening Programme, designed in collaboration with Universities South Africa, to facilitate the transfer of academic research into practical products and services that benefit society and the economy. The SARChI chair themes focus on critical areas such as marine ecosystems, food security, gender inclusivity, and clean energy, and these chairs are established in partnership with UK universities. The programme supports the enhancement of research practices and policies, expands research impact in the region, and strengthens research capacities, particularly in Least Developed Countries (LDCs). The initiative is ODA eligible as its primary objective is to promote the economic development and welfare of developing countries, ensuring the benefits are specifically directed towards enhancing academic and research capacities in these regions.
Objectives
The new initiatives aim to expand research impact in the region through enhanced collaborative opportunities and the development of a robust knowledge transfer sector. The innovative doctoral programme is designed to strengthen and improve research practices and policies by diversifying the academic workforce. Collaborations with the Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Member Organization (SSARMO) and the Science Granting Councils Initiative in Sub-Saharan Africa (SGCI) will bolster research capacity and create opportunities in Least Developed Countries (LDCs). The South African Research Chairs Initiative (SARChI) focuses on addressing global challenges through research in areas such as marine ecosystems, food security, gender inclusivity, and clean energy. Additionally, the programme seeks to enhance the perception of UK research and development, foster bilateral partnerships between South African and UK universities, and build connections for early-career academics. Overall, the objectives are to expand research impact, improve research practice and policy, and create opportunities in developing countries through various collaborative and capacity-building programmes, including the University Staff Development Programme, South Africa Research Chairs Initiative, Africa Science Entrepreneurship Programme, and Southern Africa Systems Analysis Centre Programme.
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