Innovation Agencies in Africa Network

Policy Briefs

Aligning National Innovation Agencies with STISA-2034

This policy brief explores how national innovation agencies can align with STISA-2034 to drive Africa’s industrialization, strengthen research capacity, and promote inclusive, innovation-led development.

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Policy Briefs

Innovation Performance in Sub-Saharan Africa: Insights from the Global Innovation Index 2025

This policy briefing analyzes Africa’s innovation progress in the Global Innovation Index 2025, highlighting strengths, persistent challenges, and priority actions for advancing green, digital, and inclusive innovation through regional cooperation.

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Newsletter

IAA Network Newsletter - Issue 1

The IAA Network Newsletter spotlights Africa’s innovation journey—sharing insights, success stories, and collaboration opportunities that empower agencies, drive digital transformation, and build inclusive, sustainable futures across the continent.

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IAA Network Uploads

IAA Network Branding Identity

Download our official brand identity guide to explore logo, colors, and design principles—ensuring clear, consistent, and professional representation of IAA Network across all platforms.

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Expression of Interest

Call for Expression of Interest - Pilot Joint Collaborative Programme 1

Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) – IAA Network members are invited to join JCP1, a pilot for cross-border innovation, collaboration, and commercialization in Africa. Submission deadline: 14 July 2025.

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2nd IAA Network Steering Committee Meeting

25-Nov-2025

The second IAA Steering Committee meeting at TIA offices in Pretoria reaffirmed collective commitment to strengthening continental innovation coordination, reviewed progress, aligned priorities for 2026, and advanced collaboration across member agencies and partners.

First Meeting of the IAA Network Steering Committee

21-Oct-2025

The IAA Network Steering Committee, comprising CEOs and heads of national innovation agencies, will meet virtually on 21st October 2025 to review governance structures and advance continental innovation collaboration.

IAA Network Training Workshop 2025

06-Oct-2025

The IAA Network Policy & Innovation Training Workshop 2025 empowers member countries to align policies, enhance innovation ecosystems, and master monitoring tools through collaborative sessions, case studies, and practical exercises.

IAA Network Secretariat Skills Development

22-Sep-2025

The IAA Network team conducted a four-day capacity-building programme, enhancing skills in communications, partnerships, data, and documentation preparing for impactful regional programmes and robust governance.

CEIL Summit Panel Discussion

12-Sep-2025

At the CEIL Summit in Mombasa, IAA Network Coordinator Sheila Solomon highlighted strategies for breaking cross-border barriers, fostering collaboration, and enabling African innovations to scale through regional bodies and partnerships.

Evidence 4 Innovation 2025 Workshop – IAA Network Session

27-May-2025

Dr. Omwansa, Head of Secretariat, Jacobine Amutenya, and Professor Kraemer-Mbula shared updates on the IAA Network’s progress, emphasizing peer learning and collaboration across Africa.

Launch of the IAA Network

26-Nov-2024

Launched in Nairobi during Kenya Innovation Week, the IAA Network brings together African innovation leaders to advance continental development through collaboration.