Building a Science & Technology Base

Kathryn Brice writes "...When looking at the list of top countries for science and technology, there is not one country from the continent of Africa that is mentioned. In none of the research or books on the growing technology sectors in the world is there mention of a country from the continent of Africa. In the discussion of technology typologies or frameworks, no country from the continent of Africa was used to formulate what factors might be necessary for the development of a technology sector. If there was a map of world technology, Africa’s contribution would be so small it would not exist.... In order to effectively address this challenge, both countries must support “needs-driven” technology policies (or innovations that are demand-pull rather than technology-push) that will address issues facing their populations. While the short term benefits of such policies may not manifest immediately, the long term benefits of increased market potential, a higher quality of life, and a better educated workforce amongst other factors will contribute overall to a stronger economy..."