Dr Linly Banda Ndebele 4 min read… Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) remains a public health problem in Africa, where it affects over 30 million children under the age of 5 years, as well as pregnant and lactating women. Deficiency of vitamin A has serious implications which include; impaired vision, night blindness, weakened immune system and poor … Read more
Prof Edmond Sanganyado Young scientists are crucial in solving global challenges such as food insecurity, environmental degradation, water scarcity, and human diseases. However, they are often left out of national research priorities and science policy discussions. A disconnected front-line of scientists is like a war room losing communication with front-line soldiers – dangerous and detrimental. … Read more
In the African savanna, there exists an astute and communal creature, the monkey, which demonstrates a remarkable strategy when it comes to foraging for food. As a troop of monkeys descends upon a farm to raid its crops, they always leave a young monkey perched high upon the tallest tree branch. The young monkey’s role … Read more
Young academies, like ZIMYAS, are crucial for pushing the frontiers of science and technology in developing countries. They offer a fertile ground for innovation and collaboration, connecting young scholars with policymakers and providing a platform for interdisciplinary exchange.
