It’s Not STI: It’s ITS - The Role of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) in Africa’s Development Strategy

Abstract

This working paper argues that the use of the term 'STI' (science, technology and innovation) as a proxy for innovative activity is not only conceptually wrong it is also misleading. This is particularly an issue in policy analysis for low-income countries (LICs) where it tends to support resource allocation to scientific institutions at the expense of more relevant development interventions affecting the economy as a whole. The paper focuses on recent sub-Saharan Africa regional science policy initiatives and uses a relevant DFID aid programme to provide empirical support.

Read IKD Working Paper 78 - It’s Not STI: It’s ITS.