African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS) - The ACTS AI Institute (ACAII)
A pioneering pan-African think tank harnessing science, technology, and innovation policy for sustainable development.
Year Founded:
1988
Geography:
Africa
Address:
ICIPE Duduville Campus, Kasarani, P.O. Box 45917-00100, Nairobi, Kenya
Visit WebsiteTo strengthen the capacity and policies of African countries and institutions to harness science, technology, and innovation for sustainable development. ACTS conducts policy-oriented research, analysis, capacity-building, and outreach, providing independent advice to governments, regional bodies, the private sector, and civil society across Africa, including on digital technologies and AI.
AI areas they serve
Areas of Focus
Science, technology, and innovation policy
Digital technologies and AI for development
Climate change adaptation and mitigation
Sustainable development and the environment
Capacity-building and policy dialogue
Independent policy advice for African institutions
Upcoming Goals
Strengthen African STI policy for sustainable development
Advance research and policy on digital technologies and AI
Build institutional capacity across African governments and agencies
Convene evidence-based policy dialogue on the continent
2013: Ranked among the top environment think tanks in Africa and globally
1988: Founded in Nairobi by Calestous Juma as the first African nonprofit to combine policy research, science, and technology
Recent Updates
2025 - Launched the ACTS AI Institute (ACAII), a pan-African responsible-AI hub (15 July 2025). ED Prof. Tom Ogada.
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