Africa Science Focus
Africa Science Focus is SciDev.Net's award-winning weekly podcast. We dive deep into the impacts that science has on everything from health, to technology, agriculture and life. Subscribe to get the best science and development news from the continent delivered straight to you!
Podcasting since 2020 • 180 episodes
Africa Science Focus
Latest Episodes
Space innovation in Africa tackling local problems
Africa's space sector, while valued at US$22.64 billion in 2024, is still in its early stages—but scientists say it holds significant promise ...
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Season 4
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Episode 57
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Researching Africa's oceans to support livelihoods
Africa’s oceans are vital for economic growth, supporting fisheries, tourism, and coastal livelihoods. But the costs of plastic pollution in our seas are mounting.The
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Season 4
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Episode 56
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30:00
Can AI bridge the gaps in Africa’s healthcare systems?
Africa’s healthcare systems face major challenges, from workforce shortages to gaps in infrastructure. In the latest episode of Africa Science Focus, reporter Michael Kaloki speaks with AI experts about how Artificial Intel...
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Season 4
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Episode 55
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30:00
How language barriers are impeding science learning
Language plays a crucial role in education, shaping how students learn and connect with the world.Yet, according to UNESCO,
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Season 4
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Episode 54
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30:00
Women in STEM make strides in education, climate change
Globally, women account for just 30 per cent of science professionals and this underrepresentation persists across Africa. In this final podcast episode of 2024, Africa Science Focus speaks to two African women who have overcome ent...
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Season 4
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Episode 53
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30:00