Out of 54 African countries, seven (13%) are headed by presidents trained in science, engineering or medicine.
@isqilnajim There is certainly more appreciation now that there was a decade ago. But I am not sure of support among followers.
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@calestous the appreciation is not evenly spread across Africa. Some countries are more committed others pay lipservices -
@isqilnajim For decades the number of presidents with such background hovered between two and three. -
@calestous the ex president Obasanjo of Nigeria did a lot in science and tech. Unfortunately, he didnt initiate a national policy on science -
@isqilnajim I do not believe having a sectoral ministry is the best way to promote science for development. -
@calestous unfortunately that is what most of them are doing. NGOs ll have to step up their acts.Africa need more NGOs in science promotion
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@calestous as for the followers, I think it is a matter of time. Science culture takes time. Govt cant do it all alone. I am optimisticThanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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