Experts in the research space are encouraging the uptake of research and innovation by industry that they believe is crucial for translating scientific discoveries into tangible benefits for society.
They said through the commercialization of research, the country could create new jobs, enhance productivity, and drive economic growth.
They were speaking at the launch of Africa Research and Innovation Commercialization Summit (ARICS) scheduled for March 13 to 14, 2025.
They contended that Africans have come to the point that we take our destiny into our own hands to start producing our foods by focusing on what we have.