Early departures, anti-black tendencies, Ukraine and more—the biggest African research stories of the yearIn 2022, public ruptures at the continent’s top research bodies produced some of our most-read African news. Selected by our news team, these are the Research Professional News stories that defined African research this year. Don’t comment on Ukraine, South African science bodies told (3 March)A South African government official advised science agencies not to make public comments about the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, insisting ties with Russia should be maintained despite the nation’s attack on its neighbour. University of Cape Town deputy vice-chancellor steps down (5 May)The University of Cape Town confirmed the early departure of Lis Lange from the post of deputy vice-chancellor for teaching and learning without commenting on the reason. National Research Foundation to ramp up support for Black women (27 October)South Africa’s National Research Foundation is stepping up its efforts to train and retain more Black female researchers.

Source: Ethiopian News December 30, 2022 02:13 UTC