Focus Areas

Health and Well-being (HW)

PSDI aims to promote the acceptance of the African population’s capacity to achieve and advocate for the highest sustainable quality of life. This work area seeks to lead the production of research, policy, and practice that ensures this fundamental universal human right is brought to the attention of African governments and their populations, aligning with the Sustainable Development Goals and the After2030 agenda for health and well-being. The focus is on research programs related to maternal health, newborn and child health, adolescent health, sexual and reproductive health, mental health, emerging and increasing degenerative diseases, HIV/AIDS, immunizations, and vaccines in Africa.

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Education and Human Capital Development (EHCD)

The EHCD focal area prioritizes Africa’s needs and demands for self-sufficient human capital in the face of educational inequalities and challenges across and within populations. With a booming youthful population, the need for robust scientific evidence to inform early childhood development, formal and informal education, and youth entrepreneurship and employment transitions is timely to reshape the economies of African countries and address related challenges.

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AI, Data & Innovation (ADI)

Technology isn’t just tools. It’s transformation. We harness AI and data to revolutionize how Africa solves its toughest challenges. From predicting disease outbreaks with machine learning to personalizing education through adaptive platforms, we’re turning data into actionable strategies that save lives, boost economies, and protect ecosystems. But innovation without ethics is noise. That’s why we champion responsible tech frameworks that prioritize privacy, equity, and digital access for all.

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Climate Change & Future Generations (CCFG)

Climate change isn’t a distant threat. It’s rewriting futures now. We equip communities to thrive amid environmental uncertainty, blending cutting-edge research with grassroots action. Imagine farmers using climate-smart techniques to drought-proof harvests, or cities redesigning infrastructure with rising seas in mind. Through training, policy advocacy, and youth leadership programs, we’re building a generation ready to lead the green revolution.

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Population Dynamics & Sustainable Development (PDSD)

Demographics aren’t destiny. They’re a roadmap. As urbanization booms and populations age, we help governments turn data into action. How? By aligning policies with the SDGs to ensure growth doesn’t outpace resources. Think gender-equitable healthcare systems, cities designed for sustainable living, or migration policies that empower, not exclude. We’re not just analyzing trends. We’re reshaping them.

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