A key highlight of the conference was the launch of the Network of Early Career Researchers on Digitalisation and Internationalisation (NECREDI). The network was established as a Community of Practice of the ANIE and is one of the outputs of the EU funded DigiGrad (Internationalisation and Digitalisation of Postgraduate Training and Research for the attainment of Africas Regional and Global Development Goals) Project that ANIE has been coordinating (2023-2026).
The aim of the network is to enhance the quality and relevance of postgraduate training and research in African universities by harnessing the opportunities provided by digitalization and internationalization. The goal is to establish and consolidate a network of African early career researchers for internationalization and research collaborations, which will last beyond the DigiGrad project lifetime. Additionally, NECREDI presents a significant step towards strengthening Africa’s role in global research.
Speaking at the launch Dr. James Jowi, DigiGrad Coordinator noted that by empowering young researchers and providing them with the tools, resources, and international partnerships necessary for success, the network will contribute to Africa’s growing research capacity and foster innovation that addresses the continent’s unique challenges.
Mr. Abraham Ochieng the newly elected Chairperson of NECREDI appreciated the opportunity and noted that it will give early career researchers and unprecedented opportunity to gain skills, develop expertise and enhance research productivity in Africa and collaborations with other world regions. The founding members are from Ghana, Kenya, Burundi, South Sudan and will be expanded to include members from other African countries.
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