Zambia Academy of Science, DSaT partner for enhanced research, advocacy (Video)

The Zambia Academy of Science and Dziwa Science and Technology Trust (DSaT) have formalised a partnership to advance research, development, communication and advocacy.

The agreement claimed to focus on capacity building, community engagement, policy advocacy, education, and outreach.

Veronica Mwaba, the DSaT Executive Director Dr. Paul Zambezi, the DSaT Board Chairperso, signed on behalf of his organization and witnessed by Board Chairperson Dr. Paul Zambezi , while Professor Cyprian Katongo, acting President, signed on behalf of the Academy in Lusaka on Tuesday.

During the ceremony, Zambezi noted that much scientific information remained uncommunicated due to restrictions under the current 1996 law.

He indicated the importance of public awareness on scientific research, citing recent outbreaks like COVID-19 and Influenza.

“As you are aware, DSaT was established to advocate for Science and Technology. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we played a crucial role in public sensitization and training journalists on effective communication,” Zambezi stated.

He also announced that the South African National Research Fund, DSaT’s financiers, plan to engage the organization in further sensitization activities related to Science and Technology in Zambia.

Zambezi expressed optimism about the collaboration, noting that the partnership would emulate the success seen with the National Research Fund in promoting Science and Technology.

“We should work very well with the Academy. It’s encouraging to see academies worldwide advancing Science and Technology, and Zambia is progressing,” he added.

Katongo echoed his sentiments, expressing happiness with the agreement, which aligned with the Academy’s mandate.

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