Who we are
African Centre for Technology Studies
The African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) is a pioneering development research think tank on harnessing applications of science, technology and innovation policies for sustainable development in Africa. ACTS is an Intergovernmental organization founded in 1988 to pursue policy oriented research towards strengthening the capacity of African countries and institutions to harness science and technology for sustainable development.
Programmes
To achieve its mission and vision, ACTS is structured under five programmes. These programmes will be delivered through policy research, capacity building, policy engagement and knowledge brokerage as well as through the planned CJ Institute.
Agriculture, Food & Nutrition Security
(AFNS)
Climate Resilient Economies
(CRE)
STI, Knowledge & Society
(STIKS)
Digital Innovation & Knowledge Economy (DE)
Gender, Youth & Inclusive Development (GYID)
What's new
Featured work
Here you can find a selection of blogs and news coverage about ACTS.
Challenging the Narrative
The transformative role of art in nurturing a sustainable future: How creative expression can propel climate change
Challenging the Narrative
Challenging the Narrative
Challenging the Narrative
Signatories to the Charter
Governments
- Kenya
- Ghana
- Malawi
- Uganda
- Malta
International Organizations
Our Partners
Partnerships are fundamental to ACTS’s work. We partner with various donor agencies, universities, research organizations, governments, and the private sector.
