The Advisory Committee brings together a distinguished group of leaders and experts from across the global science diplomacy community. Drawing on their extensive experience in research, policy, international collaboration and strategic leadership, committee members provide valuable guidance to support the vision, programme and long-term impact of the Africa Science Diplomacy Conference.

Through their collective expertise and diverse perspectives, the Advisory Committee helps shape the conference as a platform for dialogue, collaboration and knowledge exchange. Their guidance strengthens the conference’s contribution to advancing science diplomacy across Africa, fostering international partnerships, and addressing shared regional and global challenges.

We are pleased to introduce the members of the Advisory Committee, whose knowledge, commitment and leadership are helping to shape the Africa Science Diplomacy Conference.

Mr Daan du Toit

Committee Chair

Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI)

Dr Abou Amani

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

Ms Elke Dall

Centre for Social Innovation (ZSI)

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Dr Marga Gual Sole

Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA)

Dr Monika Jaggi

CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR)

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Dr Chen Jingquan

Embassy of China

Ms Susie Kitchens

International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA)

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Prof Lise Korsten

African Academy of Science (AAS)

Prof Saidou Madougou

African Union Commission (AUC)

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Mr Elias Mpedi Magosi

SADC Secretariat

Dr Vanessa McBride

International Science Council (ISC)

Ms Kimberly Montgomery

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)

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Dr Jan Marco Müller

European Union (EU)

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Dr Stravros Nicolaou

Aspen Pharmacare

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Prof Brando Okolo

African Union Development Agency – Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD)

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Prof Rémi Quirion

International Network for Governmental Science Advice (INGSA)

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Mr Ian Wiggins

Royal Society

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Dr Luiz Zerbini

International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB)

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The Africa Science Diplomacy Conference, taking place from 30 November to 1 December 2026, is proudly co-hosted by the South African Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) through the Science Diplomacy Capital for Africa (SDCfA) initiative.

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