South Africa and Ethiopia are actively seeking to work together in science, technology, and innovation.
South Africa and Ethiopia are in talks about collaborating in the fields of science, technology, and innovation. Both nations highlight the significance of research and development, technology transfer, and the development of human resources. They are particularly concentrating on areas such as nanotechnology, space science, and indigenous technology.
Discussions about this potential new partnership are being led by the Ministries of Innovation and Technology from both countries. The aim of these talks was to assess recent initiatives and establish a pathway for future collaboration based on a prior agreement between the two nations. Baisa Bedada (PhD), State Minister of Innovation and Technology, underscored South Africa’s extensive experience, highlighting its successful endeavors in research and development, technology transfer, innovation, industrialization, human resource development, and collaborative infrastructure projects.
The Ethiopian delegation highlighted its dedication to science, technology, innovation, and digitalization as part of a ten-year national plan aimed at fostering economic growth.
“The ministers emphasized the need to concentrate on nanotechnology, space science and astronomy, materials science, and human resource development in the future. They noted that the African Agenda 2063 should involve collaboration among Africans and prioritize indigenous technology,” stated a partial report from the Ethiopian Ministry of Innovation and Technology.
The Ministry also mentioned, “During the discussions, the two countries agreed to establish and allocate a mutual fund to collaborate in this sector.”
Blade Nzimande (PhD), South Africa’s Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, reported by Fana Broadcasting, expressed that his country is prepared to share its expertise in various fields, including bio-economy, artificial intelligence, nanotechnology, and space and astronomy, while also being open to Ethiopia’s innovations.
The discussions emphasized the importance of key areas like nanotechnology, space science, materials science, and human resource development. They highlighted the necessity to promote African Agenda 2063 and the importance of African nations collaborating on indigenous innovations.
