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Two representatives demonstrate a portable water testing and purification system at an exhibition booth. Surrounded by sample containers, equipment cases, and informational displays, the presenters engage attendees while showcasing practical water quality solutions designed for community use and accessible field testing.
LiFETIME’s battery cell testing device in Kenya, developed through innovation to support more sustainable battery reuse and circular manufacturing systems. © Centre for Global Equality

Enabling inclusive innovation in African universities

Universities are generating solutions shaped by the opportunities of fast growing cities, from energy systems to circular manufacturing processes, but these solutions do not always get to the people that need them to improve their lives.

The Centre for Global Equality works with academics and entrepreneurs in partner universities to co-create Inclusive Innovation Hubs within their campuses to fill this gap. These Hubs provide shared fabrication facilities, enabling programmes, technical support and structured venture guidance that enable research and innovation teams to develop working prototypes and prepare for market entry.

By embedding this capability within universities, research, innovation and commercialisation can develop side by side, strengthening locally rooted pathways from innovation to market. Visit centreforglobalequality.org to learn more.

country Pan-Africa
theme Urban Futures
Two representatives demonstrate a portable water testing and purification system at an exhibition booth. Surrounded by sample containers, equipment cases, and informational displays, the presenters engage attendees while showcasing practical water quality solutions designed for community use and accessible field testing.
WaterScope Ethiopia co-founders with the WaterScope system, supporting locally led innovation in rapid water quality testing. © WaterScope Ethiopia

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