This network will serve as a platform for Ethiopian researchers and scholars in the field of innovation and development and operates as an Ethiopian chamber of AfricaLics.

Ethiopian Network for the Economics of Learning, Innovation, and Competence Building Systems (EthiopiaLics) has been launched. EthiopiaLics is the latest entrant in the vibrant continental Network for Economics of Learning, Innovation, and Competence Building Systems (AfricaLics), which brings together scholars, researchers and policy analysts in these areas.

It seeks to bridge the knowledge gap, facilitate competence building and transfer, and foster mentorship between established and upcoming scholars through training and mentorship programs. This network will serve as a platform for Ethiopian researchers and scholars in the field of Innovation and Development and operates as an Ethiopian chamber of AfricaLics.

Announcement of the new outfit was made during the 5th AfricaLics Conference held last year in Yaoundé, Cameroon. It is an initiative of the Department of Technology and Innovation Management (TIM) at Adama Science and Technology University (ASTU), in collaboration with Addis Ababa University, University of Gonder, and Haromaya University.

Members of EthiopiaLics and Secretariat pose for a photo after the launch.

EthiopiaLics aims to bring together scholars, researchers, and policy analysts working in the areas of development, innovation, learning, and competence building to address challenges and facilitate solutions for Ethiopia and the region. The network is dedicated to promoting research activities and projects focused on innovation and economic development.

For further information you can read the workshop report.