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Filho, W.L. (2014), "Collaboration on sustainable development research in Africa", International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, Vol. 15 No. 1. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJSHE-09-2013-0124
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Collaboration on sustainable development research in Africa
Article Type: News From: International Journal of Sustainability in Higher Education, Volume 15, Issue 1
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and United Nations University (UNU) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to advance knowledge exchange and collaborative research on sustainable development in Africa.
The MoU outlines a partnership between the two organizations to encourage and strengthen science, technology and innovation (STI) in Africa. The partners are expected to develop a joint strategic plan and programme of activities to undertake capacity building in Africa and promote knowledge exchange. Specific activities include: supporting higher education for sustainable development in Africa; exploring the possibility of establishing a joint "pipeline" for sustainable development projects; and promoting knowledge transfer initiatives.