SCIENTIA section
The section supports the development of research and science based
policy programmes and explores innovative pathways to advance capacity
development with a special focus on e-learning and knowledge management
in the higher education context in developing countries.
Following the strategic directions of the UNU Vice Rectorate, the
section contributes to the goal of the ViE to initiate, support, and
co-ordinate projects aiming at the development of capacity development and
knowledge transfer. The work of the section has a regional focus on
Africa.
Focus Africa
The United Nations University plays a strategic role in Africa as a facilitator of dialogue, a capacity builder, a provider of postgraduate training, and a promoter of innovation.
UNU activities in and on Africa aim to foster knowledge creation with a strong emphasis on home-grown and participatory “made-to-fit” solutions linked to UNU’s continuing efforts to promote endogenous capacity development.
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