Celebrating Women in Science: Inspiring Sustainability and Impact in Africa
Opinion By Julius Ecuru Today, as the world commemorates the International Day of Women and…
Jonas Bayuo, an Rsif PhD scholar, sets a new record for academic publishing at NM-AIST
In the realm of academia, the journey of Jonas Bayuo, an Rsif PhD scholar at…
Rsif PhD scholar explores groundbreaking solution for climate change mitigation.
Rsif PhD student, Mr. Ishaq Kaarim, is exploring a groundbreaking solution that uses agricultural residues…
Rsif scholars recognized for their research contribution to a sustainable future
During global talks on climate change mitigation and adaptation at the recently concluded COP28 in…
Moçambique compromete-se a fortalecer a capacidade de traduzir os resultados da investigação em utilizações prácticas para a diversificação económica.
4 de Dezembro de 2023: O Centro Internacional de Fisiologia e Ecologia de Insectos (icipe)…
Mozambique commits to building capacity for translating research outputs into practical uses for economic diversification.
4 December 2023: The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) (www.icipe.org), together with…
Two Rsif female PhD scholars receive the 2023 L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Award
Each year, the L’Oréal UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Sub Saharan Africa Awards…
World Bank and icipe to conduct a Technical Implementation and Review Mission for Rsif
The World Bank, icipe and members of the Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering,…
The University of Bristol partners with Rsif
The University of Bristol has joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) as an…
The Helmholtz Center Hereon, Germany partners with the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif)
The Helmholtz Center Hereon, Germany has joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) as…
Rsif partners with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT)
Rsif and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics The International Crops Research…
The World Vegetable Center joins Rsif as an International Partner Institution
The World Vegetable Center (WorldVeg) has joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) as…
Pioneering Achievement: Dr Ruth Moirana, inaugural female scholar and pioneer scholar from the 2nd Cohort successfully defends her PhD thesis
Dr Ruth Lorivi Moirana, successfully defended her PhD thesis at the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science…
Rsif and University of Maryland
The University of Maryland (UMD) has joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) as…
icipe receives grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York to support the PASET Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif)
The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), receives grant from Carnegie Corporation of…
Rochester Institute of Technology joins Rsif as an International Partner Institution
Rsif and Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), USA has joined the…
Five Junior Investigative Research Awards (JIRA) Granted to Rsif Graduates
Following the PASET Executive Board’s approval, five research grants have been awarded to Rsif PhD…
icipe participates in the Launch of Grand Challenges Rwanda
icipe participates in the Launch of Grand Challenges Rwanda icipe, Regional Coordination Unit for the…
Rsif Cohort 5 Call for PhD Scholarships for Rwanda and Nigeria Nationals
The Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund’s call for applications for Cohort 5 will be open…
World Bank, icipe and Partners to Evaluate Progress of PASET’s Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund Implementation in African Host Universities
The Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering, and Technology (PASET) has announced that the…
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PASET members reconfirm commitment to uplift science solutions for Africa’s industrialization
The Partnership in Applied Sciences Engineering and Technology (PASET) Governance Meetings hosted by Rwanda, through…
Rsif-Mozambique partnership progress
The official launch and results sharing seminar for the Improvement for Skills Development in Mozambique…
Two Rsif scholars at Kenyatta University share their Rsif PhD experience.
Afia Owusuah Akyaw (Ghanaian) and Agoundedemba Maklewa (Togolese) are Rsif Scholarship recipients in the third…
AGriDI conducts Annual Implementers Forum
The Annual Implementers Forum for third-party projects for the Accelerating inclusive green growth through Agri-based digital…
RSIF conducts Monitoring and Evaluation visits to African Host Universities (AHUs)
The Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) team conducted physical monitoring and evaluation field visits to…
RSIF Industry Private Sector Perspectives
The 2022 Pan African hybrid RSIF conference was held on 28-29 June 2022 at University…
RSIF Morocco Policymakers
The 2022 Pan African hybrid RSIF conference was held on 28-29 June 2022 at University…
CLOSING SESSION: RSIF-UM6P Pan-African Hybrid Conference
Recording from the closing session of the Pan-African hybrid RSIF-UM6P University Conference, which was held…
Session V – New International Partnerships
Recording from session V, the Pan-African hybrid RSIF-UM6P University Conference, held on 29 June 2022…
Session IV – Innovation and Green Growth for Sustainable Development
Recording from session IV, the Pan-African hybrid RSIF-UM6P University Conference, held on 29 June 2022…
Session III – Creating Shared Value
Recording from session III, the Pan-African hybrid RSIF-UM6P University Conference, held on 28 June 2022…
Session II – Digital Revolution, Global Challenges and Implications for Africa
Recording from session II, the Pan-African hybrid RSIF-UM6P University Conference, held on 28 June 2022…
Opening Session: RSIF-UM6P Pan-African Hybrid Conference
Recording from the opening session of the Pan-African hybrid RSIF-UM6P University Conference, which was held…
RSIF-UM6P Hybrid Pan-African Conference 2022
Guided by the Conference theme “African-led science, technology and innovation for contributing to the SDGs…
The RSIF Mentorship Platform
The RSIF mentorship platform is a away of RSIF scholars to be apart of the…
A message from Prof. Aminata Sall Diallo, PASET Executive Director.
“We need structural transformation of our economies, and the only way we can do this…
A message from Safaa El-Kogali,Manager, East & Southern Africa, Education Global Practice,World Bank
“RSIF is a very important project because it allows great opportunities for our Young people…
Dr Moses Osiru welcome message to RSIF UM6P Conference 28-29 June, 2022.
The Pan-African hybrid Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) – UM6P Conference themed African-led science,…
RSIF harnessing the digital revolution for growth in Africa
RSIF harnessing the digital revolution for growth in Africa; Robotoics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics and…
RSIF donors supporting the training of 10.000 Ph.Ds in the next decade.
There is growing support by African Several governments. In addition, the Government of Korea, the…
RSIF Students: What the scholarship means to them
The number of RSIF scholars continues to increase. Some of the students speak on what…
Colette Abimana-RSIF PhD Scholar
Colette Abimana is an RSIF PhD Scholar in minerals, mining and materials engineering at The…
RSIF Pre-Conference: Closing Session
Make sure to tune in for the closing session for key take-aways from the discussions…
RSIF Pre-Conference: Contributing Governments
Science Funding in Africa Brief introduction by Dr. Moses Osiru, Manager, RSIF • Panelist 1:…
RSIF Pre-Conference:Establishing an endowment fund for building STI capacity in Africa
Science Funding in Africa The first pan-African science fund of its kind, PASET RSIF has…
RSIF Pre-Conference: The role of RSIF in Strengthening Africa’s development with a focus on SDGs
Science Funding in Africa The rationale for RSIF is that Africa requires world class scientists…
RSIF Pre-Conference: End of Day 1 Summary
Summary of Day 1 of the RSIF Conference by Mr. Arun Sharma, Independent Consultant
RSIF Pre-Conference: Building research capacities in Africa
Join us for an engaging keynote by Geoffrey Siwo on his globally acclaimed research. Get…
RSIF Pre-Conference: Covid in Africa
The keynote and subsequent panel discussion will provide African ministers and higher education stakeholders with…
RSIF Pre-Conference: RSIF Sandwich model
The RSIF doctoral scholarship programme has been designed using the best practices that have emerged…
RSIF Pre-Conference: Welcome and Opening Session
Join in from the start as we set out the context and expectations; get reminded…
About the Regional Scholarship Innovation Fund (RSIF)
RSIF has a unique approach that combines intra-Africa academic exchange, and international training. The Fund…
Tusekile Alfredy-RSIF PhD Scholar
Tusekile Alfredy is an RSIF PhD Scholar in minerals, mining and materials engineering at The…
Dr Thomas Kivevele
Lecturer from NM AIST talks about an RSIF suppoted project on ‘Solar assisted heat pump…
Tchicaya Loemba, RSIF PhD Scholar
Tchicaya Loemba, RSIF PhD Scholar in minerals, mining and materials engineering at The Nelson Mandela…
Mohammed Ibrahim- RSIF PhD Scholar
Mohammed Ibrahim- RSIF PhD Scholar in minerals, mining and materials engineering at The Nelson Mandela…
Linda Bih Numfor- RSIF PhD Scholar
Linda Bih Numfor- RSIF PhD Scholar in Minerals, mining and materials engineering at The Nelson…
Jonas Bayuo-RSIF PhD Scholar
Jonas Bayuo RSIF PhD Scholar in Minerals, mining and materials engineering at The Nelson Mandela…
Hashimu Hamisi-RSIF PhD Scholar
Hashimu Hamisi RSIF PhD Scholar in Minerals, mining and materials engineering at The Nelson Mandela…
Bethwel Tarus – RSIF PhD Scholar
Bethwel Tarus RSIF PhD Scholar in Minerals, mining and materials engineering at NM-AIST, Tanzania. PhD/Research…
Dr. Mwemezi Rwiza from NM-AIST
“My dream is that Africa Governments could fund African girls and boys to study within…
Ruth Lorivi Moirana- RSIF PhD Scholar
Exposure to fluoride is known to cause molted teeth and weak bones in animals particularly…
RSIF Female Scholars
The issue of gender is very central to RSIF. Women constitute 30 percent of researchers…
From research to market: Universities have a key role to play in the transformation of societies
Universities provide the rich scientific knowledge base, which is the foundation for innovation and economic…
RSIF Alumnus Dr. Noel Gahamanyi shares his experiences from the RSIF-UM6P Hybrid Pan-African Conference
The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), in its capacity as the Regional…
Draft Communique: Pan-African hybrid RSIF- UM6P Conference June 29 2022
PAN-AFRICAN HYBRID REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIP AND INNOVATION FUND (RSIF)- UNIVERSITY MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC (UM6P) CONFERENCE DRAFT…
University of Rwanda scientists investigate how digital tools could help families monitor indoor air pollution
Air pollution is a growing challenge for Africa, with the rapid population growth, industrial growth…
RSIF-RCU pays a courtesy call on the Hon. Minister of Higher Education & Scientific Research of the Republic of Benin
A delegation from the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) led by the Manager, Dr…
RSIF PhD Scholarship Recipients for Cohort 4 announced
RSIF is pleased to announce the award of 72 scholarships for the 4thRSIF Scholarship call….
AGriDi Project launches third-party projects to stimulate agri-based digital innovation in West-Africa
The kick-off meeting and capacity building workshop for third-party projects for the Accelerating inclusive green…
An Internship at the Regional Scholarship innovation Fund: A student perspective
By Allan Ocholla, Former RSIF Annual Conference Intern Having an internship at the Regional Scholarship…
My Internship experience
By Juliet Mwaura, former RSIF Research and Innovation Grants Intern (July 2021-Dec 2021) My experience…
Icipe, Agropolis Fondation, GearBox and University of Abomey-Calavi announce 9 third-party proposals selected for funding
The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) based in Nairobi, Kenya; Agropolis fondation…
Meet one of RSIF’s first PhD Graduates
Dr. Noel Gahamanyi was one of the two first RSIF Scholars to graduate with a…
RSIF scholarly publications and publication metrics
RSIF Scholars have made remarkable contribution to the body of knowledge by publishing their research…
Meet RSIF’s first PhD Graduate
Dr. Jean Nepomuscene Hakizimana, a Rwandese national who was among the 15 Cohort 1 RSIF…
Two International Partner Institutions join Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF)
Two more International Institutions have joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) as International…
Benefits to RSIF Contributing Governments
RSIF is unique in being an African government-led science fund for Africa. The program, which…
Four African universities join Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF)
Four more universities have joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) as African…
RSIF Cohort lll Orientation week was a good start for my PhD Journey
By Hellen Ngunya Mutua The eagerly awaited session since the reception of my congratulatory note…
My dream is to mentor young scientists
Richard Kipyegon Koech is a Kenyan RSIF Scholarship recipient pursing a PhD in Material science…
My Communication internship experience with RSIF
By Yvonne Ndegwa, Former communications research intern February-April 2021) at RSIF “…. This is…
Thought piece on Decolonising Knowledge in Africa
We are pleased to share with you a Thought Leadership column by icipe Director General…
icipe holds orientation workshop for 102 newly recruited PASET-RSIF PhD Scholars
The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), the Regional Coordination Unit for the…
I am on a mission to improve cowpea breeding in Africa
The Republic of Benin in West Africa is his home country and Frejus SODEDJI, is…
Nicknamed “Professseur” by my peers, I was inspired to pursue a PhD
Jean Baptiste HABINSHUTI from Rwanda is a PASET-RSIF Scholar in Material Science and Engineering at…
My knowledge and dreams are transformed into meaningful skills because of RSIF
What it meant to get scholarship for this PhD? Jeanne Pauline Munganyinka is a PASET/RSIF…
The RSIF Scholarship salvaged my career dreams
Emmanuel Effah is Ghanaian by birth, male and a Ph.D. student in the Department of…
I will contribute to the fight against infectious diseases in Africa
Jean Nepomuscene Hakizimana is a Rwandan pursuing his Ph.D. studies in Food security and Agribusiness…
RSIF Scholar Mabwi Humphrey desires to use his PhD to find solutions linked to food, nutrition and health
Mabwi Humphrey’s journey to his PhD studies began with his desire to join academia as…
Technology and education are the foundation to bettering life in society
According to the Gender strategy of the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF), the program…
Building Innovative Systems and Adoption of ICTs for Agriculture in West Africa
The Inception meeting for the project on Accelerating inclusive green growth through agri-based digital innovation…
RSIF: An initiative on the rise
In May 2021, the Government of Mozambique signed an agreement with icipe, for the investment…
Supporting More Female PhD Scholars to Bridge the Gender Gap
Women’s participation in research in Africa remains low, making up 30% of the science community….
RSIF 10th Webinar: Potential of underutilized food resources: Insects for food, feed and other uses
Africa, especially Sub-Saharan Africa region is highly biodiverse with large rural populations that are highly…
Face à l’explosion de la demande continentale, les gouvernements africains tiennent leurs promesses en matière de formation avancée en sciences appliquées et en technologie
Un total de sept gouvernements africains ont rejoint le Fonds régional pour les bourses d’études…
African governments make good their pledges for advanced training in applied sciences and technology, as continental demand soars
A total of seven African governments have joined the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF),…
IWD 2021 – Future Women Leaders. Spaces, Time and Temperature
Susan Ojochide (Nigeria), talks about her research that will contribute to tackling one of Africa’s…
IWD 2021 – Future Women Leaders. Agriculture 4.0
Fatoumata THIAM (Senegal), talks about her groundbreaking research on Internet of Things, and Artificial Intelligence in…
IWD 2021 – Future Women Leaders. Crops for Health
Sylvia Wairimu Maina (Kenya), talks about her PhD research on the nutritional and health benefits…
Intellectual Property Rights Management Underpinning Successful International Collaboration
As countries seek new ways to strengthen their economies including through diversification, the need for…
Celebrating #WomenInScience and our first 30 female RSIF PhD Students
Addressing imbalances in the number of women and disadvantaged groups in applied sciences, engineering and…
Young Innovators
Policymakers Perspective
Meet Fenet Belay Daba. An RSIF PhD student at the Bayero University Kano, Nigeria
How to increase the value of intellectual assets in an academic and research setting
This is a recording of the 6th RSIF Monthly Webinar Series hosted by the RSIF…
The Grants Independent Technical Committee (GITC)
To facilitate the implementation of RSIF’s Research and Innovation Grants component of the program, and…
icipe led consortium wins funding to “unlock” the transformative potential of digital technologies
icipe, the Regional Coordination Unit for the Regional Scholarships and Innovation Fund has been selected…
H. E. President Uhuru Kenyatta’s speech at the icipe@50 event.
President of the Republic of Kenya, H.E. Uhuru Kenyatta, speaks about RSIF at the icipe@50 event.
Current chair of PASET, H.E. President Kenyatta calls for increased investment for research and development…
Science and Research Key to Unlocking Kenya’s Development Potential, President Kenyatta Says
President Uhuru Kenyatta has said science and research are key to unlocking Kenya’s development potential…
President Kenyatta calls for Increased Investment for Research and Development in Africa
Speaking at the 50th anniversary celebrations of the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology…
RSIF Cohort I students video
Meet Mengesha Haftu. An RSIF student at the Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny, Côte d’Ivoire.
Meet Kay Nyakundi. An RSIF PhD student at the University of Nairobi, Kenya.
Meet Barbara Kabwiga Asingwire. An RSIF PhD scholar at the University of Rwanda, Rwanda
Meet Jacinta Okwako an RSIF PhD student at the University of Nairobi, Kenya
Meet Grace Gachara an RSIF PhD scholar at the Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Tanzania.
An overview of the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund
RSIF measures to ensure implementation continuity and student support during the COVID-19 pandemic
The entire higher education, science and technology community has been challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic….
Her Journey to the PhD: Petronille Dusingizimana
Ms. Petronille Dusingizimana comes from Rwanda and is pursuing her PhD in climate change, bioversity…
Jean Baptiste Habinshuti’s experience during COVID-19 Crisis
I am on sandwich program at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), USA. The first time that…
Call for Applications from Universities/Africa Centers of Excellence in sub-Saharan Africa to become PASET-RSIF Host Universities
Opening date: 25th September 2020 Closing date for applications: 23rd November 2020 The Partnership for…
My Experience as an RSIF PhD Scholar at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology by Waema Maxwell Wambua
When I received the official invitation for PhD sandwich placement at the Korea Institute of…
Promoting Doctoral Training for Prosperity in Africa
Eusebius J. Mukhwana, PhD Director General and CEO Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) Nairobi, Kenya…
Destination Digital Africa – Preparing Our Youth for the Future
Student Profiles
RSIF Student Profiles PASET-RSIF is pleased to share the full list of RSIF doctoral scholars…
Life, study and research at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST): RSIF PhD scholar Sylvia Wairimu Maina’s story
My research title is “Deciphering Biosynthesis of Bioactive compounds in African Cabbage (Cleome gynandra)”. I…
Icipe holds a Seminar on Enhancing Women’s Participation in PhD Programs and Research in Africa
Women’s participation in research remains low in Africa, with women making up only 30% of…
Life, study and research at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST): RSIF PhD Scholar Noel Gahamanyi’s story.
As soon as I completed my field work and portion of my laboratory work that…
RSIF Holds Orientation Training Workshop for Cohort II scholars
The Regional Scholarship and Innovation fund (RSIF) is organizing a six-day orientation and training workshop…
Welcome to the RSIF Weekly Newsletters
Dear RSIF Stakeholders, We are indeed pleased to share with you our maiden issue of…
The call for application for PASET RSIF PhD Scholarships is now open.
Press Release: Major scholarship opportunity for African scientists
PASET-RSIF, Africa’s first Pan African Fund to support doctoral training, research and innovation, announces a…
COVID-19
COMMUNIQUE ISSUED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CENTRE OF INSECT PHYSIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY, IN THE CONTEXT…
Meet Africa’s Future Leaders in Science, Engineering & Technology
March 5th, a lunch was organized at the World Bank’s headquarters in Washington DC, as…
Postponement of RSIF Technical Annual Learning Meeting
After reviewing the current prevailing circumstances on the evolving Corona Virus (COVID-19) pandemic and the…
The deadline of the RSIF Research Award has been extended to January 20,2020. Join our webinar this afternoon!
Topic: RSIF Research Award Webinar session Time: Jan 13, 2020 02:00 PM Nairobi (GMT/UTC+3) Join…
Invitation to RSIF Cooperability Grant and Research Award Webinars
Topic: Cooperability Grant- and Research Award Time: Dec 17, 2019 02:00 PM Nairobi Join Zoom…
Significant milestone for doctoral training, research and innovation in Africa
Nairobi, Kenya, Monday, 7 October 2019: The International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe),…
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL SELECTION) [KENYA]
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL SELECTION) [KENYA] Project Name: The Regional…
Very little beats tertiary education as a poverty-reducing investment, but it needs to be done right
Achieving the NDP’s higher education targets could lift more than 20% out of poverty by…
Media Invitation: Forum to deliberate strengthening of ASET training in Africa
Nairobi, Kenya – On Monday, 7 October, the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology…
African Host Universities visit Keio University’s Graduate School of System Design and Management
The Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET) Regional Scholarship and Innovation…
Consultancy for Marketing, Communications, Branding and Outreach for the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF)
EXTENSION OF SUBMISSION DATE REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION) [KENYA]…
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
RSIF Institutional Capacity Building Program (RSIF- ICBP) The Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering…
Delegation from the German Bundestang (Federal Parliament) visits icipe
On July 11, 2019, icipe was honored to host members of the Committee of Education,…
Scholarship Opportunity for African Scientists
Press Release 26 June 2019 Major scholarship opportunity for African scientists PASET-RSIF, Africa’s most innovative…
Africa, Science, Technology and Innovation – Thoughts, Ideas and Hope for PASET RSIF PhD Scholars.
Africa has the power to harness winds of change
The emergence of the Digital Economy and the Fourth Industrial Revolution are radically transforming the…
The PASET Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (RSIF) is seeking international experts to review RSIF applications for African Host Universities, PhD scholarships, Research Grants & Innovation Grants
The Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET) is an Africa…
Korea, World Bank Join Forces to Build World-Class Scientific Capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa
BUSAN, May 23, 2018 – Today, the World Bank and the Government of Korea reinforced their…
Press Release: PASET Welcomes First Cohort of Future African Leaders in Science & Technology
ACCRA, Ghana, May 16, 2018 – The Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and…
PASET RSIF Call for PhD Applications
The 2017 PASET RSIF Call for PhD Applications has been closed! Download PASET RSIF Call for…
PASET RSIF Call for University Selection
The Partnership for skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET) is an Africa-led initiative…