Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR)

Open AIR’s New and Emerging Researchers Group (NERG) embodies Open AIR’s commitment to the mentorship and development of students and early career researchers. Open AIR provides opportunities for new and emerging researchers to work alongside Open AIR academics and practitioners, share insights and experiences with their peers, and travel to our various hubs in order to broaden their horizons and help them build up relevant networks. During the latest NERG Brownbag session Khadiga Hassan, Research Associate at A2K4D, presented highlights and activities from her participation in a number of side events during the “AI Action Week” in Paris. Her presentation included lessons learned as well as key takeaways from the talks she attended. #AfricaInnovates #InclusiveAI #ResponsibleAI #AIActionSummit Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) Paris Peace Forum

Africa is driving the future of innovation! Canada’s new Africa Strategy strengthens economic cooperation and research partnerships, fostering deeper engagement with Africa’s dynamic knowledge and technology sectors. Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) is excited to contribute to this shared growth and collaboration. Read More about the Strategy here: https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi #Innovation #CanadaAfrica #Partnerships #CanadaAfricaStrategy

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Innovation goes beyond technology, it is about governance, inclusion, and equitable policies. Canada’s new Africa Strategy highlights democracy, human rights, and economic cooperation as key pillars. Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR)’s work on research collaboration and knowledge-sharing supports fair and inclusive innovation ecosystems. Read More about the Strategy here: https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi #EquityInTech #CanadaAfricaStrategy #CanadaAfrica

The future of innovation is in Africa. With the world’s youngest population, Africa is a center of creativity and entrepreneurship. Canada’s new Africa Strategy emphasizes economic cooperation, skills training, and research partnerships, key areas for fostering tech-driven development. Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) is eager to contribute! Read more about the strategy here: https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi #KnowledgeEconomy #CanadaAfricaStrategy #CanadaAfrica #YouthInnovation

The 50th session of the #WIPO Intergovernmental Committee ended without consensus on protecting traditional knowledge #TK and traditional cultural expressions, highlighting a divide between rights-based and measures-based approaches. Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR)’s Prof. Chidi Oguamanam shares key insights here: https://lnkd.in/gbBpgiBZ

Africa’s knowledge economy is a key driver of economic growth. Canada’s new Africa Strategy emphasizes economic cooperation, creating opportunities for deeper investment in research collaboration, youth skills development, and technology-driven industries. Supporting these areas can empower African innovators, and Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) is eager to contribute! Read more about the strategy here: https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi #KnowledgeEconomy #CanadaAfricaStrategy #CanadaAfrica

Why Africa’s Knowledge Economy Matters for Canada! For nearly 20 years, Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) has worked to strengthen Canada-Africa innovation partnerships. Canada’s new Africa Strategy provides an opportunity to deepen these ties, not just in trade, but in research collaborations, youth skills development, and technology-driven economic growth. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi #CanadaAfricaStrategy #Innovation #KnowledgeEconomy #CanadaAfrica

A strong knowledge partnership between Canada and Africa benefits everyone. Canada’s first Global Africa Strategy prioritizes economic cooperation and innovation, which are key areas where Open African Innovation Research (Open AIR) has been building bridges for years. Let’s make this a turning point for inclusive, knowledge-based collaboration. For more information about the Global Africa Strategy, read here: https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi #CanadaAfrica #CanadaAfricaStrategy #KnowledgeEconomy

Breaking News! 🌍 Canada’s Global Africa Strategy is a major step toward deeper partnerships in innovation and knowledge governance. Open AIR has been advancing these connections for years—now we’re ready to engage even further. 🚀 #CanadaAfrica #KnowledgeEconomy https://lnkd.in/ekP6vWfi