Author Description

This policy study is authored by the Advisory Group (AG) on R&I for Africa-Europe cooperation commissioned by the European Commission ́s Directorates-General for Research and Innovation and for International Partnerships. The document presents the groups findings on how to best mainstream and boost R&I-cooperation with African partners in the field of (1) health, (2) R&I capacities, (3) technology and innovation and (4) green transition. It discusses the state of play of each topic and highlights the key findings and recommendations for strengthening the cooperation, including concrete recommendations for future actions. It highlights the need for a balanced, respectful, transparent, visible and efficient partnership that follows the principles of good governance and high ethical standards. The recommendations recognise the need for increased investments in institutional capacities and training; R&I policy and governance; infrastructure and institutions; human capacity development; knowledge management and funding; and cooperation and partnerships.