Technology Briefs

Technopolicy Briefs Series are commissioned short papers written by experts from all over the world specifically to address current science and technology policy concerns and questions in Africa.

The briefs are also summaries of technical papers published under our WPS, SPS and RPS written to highlight significant policy recommendations. These briefs are writen with the busy policymakers and non-specialists in mind. The materials are designed for general readership and help advance the advocacy and knowledge brokerage roles of the ATPS.

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Frameworks for Intellectual Property Protection of Traditional Knowledge in Tanzania

Frameworks for Intellectual Property Protection of Traditional Knowledge in Tanzania. ATPS Technopolicy Brief No. 41

Assessment of Possible Intellectual Property Protection Options of Traditional Knowledge System in Ethiopia

Assessment of Possible Intellectual Property Protection Options of Traditional Knowledge System in Ethiopia. ATPS Technopolicy Brief No. 40

Towards influencing National Legislation, Policies, Strategies and Programmes for appropriate Protection and Benefit-Sharing of Traditional Knowledge (TK) with Traditional Herbalists in Uganda

Towards Influencing National Legislation, Policies, Strategies and Programmes for appropriate Protection and Benefit-Sharing of Traditional Knowledge (TK) with and by Traditional Herbalists In Uganda. ATPS Technopolicy Brief No.39

38Traditional Healers and their provision of Mental Health Services in Cosmopolitan Informal Settlements in Nairobi, Kenya

Traditional Healers and their Provision of Mental Health Services in Cosmopolitan Informal Settlements in Nairobi, Kenya, ATPS Technopolicy Brief No. 38

Policy Implications for Intellectual Property Systems for Traditional Healers in Lesotho

Policy Implications for Intellectual Property Systems for Traditional Healers in Lesotho. ATPS Technopolicy Brief No. 37

Incidence of Indigenous and Innovative Climate Change Adaptation Practices for Smallholder Farmers’ Livelihood Security in Chikhwawa District, Southern Malawi

By Tennyson Magombo, George Kanthiti, Grace Phiri, Mutisungirire Kachulu and Hilda Kabuli. ATPS Policy Brief Series No. 36

Machobane Farming System and its Relevance to Climate Change Policy in Lesotho

By Sissay B. Mekbib, Adesola O. Olaleye, Motlatsi N. Mokhothu, Masia Johane, Spirit B. Tilai and Taddese Wondimu. ATPS Policy Brief Series No. 35

Policy Challenges of Climate Change and Adaptation in Northern Nigeria

By Blessing Kaletapwa Farauta, Chukwudumebi Leticia Egbule, Yusuf Lawan Idrisa and Victoria Chinwe Agu.ATPS Policy Brief Series No. 34

Sensitizing and Building the Capacity of Women towards Climate Change Consequences in Northern Lakes of Egypt

By Hala Yousry and Manal Samra, ATPS Policy Brief Series No. 33

Agricultural Innovations for Climate Change Adaption and Food Security in Ghana and The Gambia: Policy Options

Agricultural Innovations for Climate Change Adaption and Food Security in Ghana and The Gambia: Policy Options. ATPS Technopolicy Brief No. 32

Tracking Effective Indigenous Adaptation Strategies on Impacts of Climate Variability on Food Security and Health of Subsistence Farmers in Tanzania

By Riziki Silas Shemdoe, ATPS Technopolicy Brief No. 31

Harnessing Wind Energy for Climate Change Adaptation and Food Security in Coastal Regions of Ghana: A Policy Perspective

By Mahu Seth Agbeve; ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No. 30.

What Policy Options can Promote Agricultural Innovations for Climate Change Adaptation and Food Security in the West African Sub-region?

By Ekwe Agwu Agwu, Chukwudumebi Leticia Egbule, Festus Onesimus Amadu, Teddy Amara Morlai, Emmanuel Topor Wollor and Leroy W. Cegbe; ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No.29.

What Policy Options can Promote Climate Change Awareness and Adaptation in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria?

By Thaddeus Chidi Nzeadibe, Chukwudumebi L. Egbule, Nnaemeka A. Chukwuone and Victoria Chinwe Agu; ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No. 28.

Emerging and Indigenous Technologies for Climate Change Adaptation in the Farming Systems of Southwest Nigeria: Issues for Policy Action

By T. O. Dauda, L. S. Rikko, F. O. A. George, O. S. Fashola, J. J. Atungwu, S. O. Iposu, A. O. Shobowale and O. B. Osuntade; ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No. 27

Goals of Sustainable Agriculture in Sierra Leone: Can they be achieved in the Absence of Climate Change Capacity Building of Small-holder Farmers?

By Teddy Amara Morlai, Chris Bobo Squire, Kelleh Gbawuru Mansaray and Gibril Vandy; ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No. 26.

Indigenous Agricultural Adaptation to Climate Change: Study of Southeast Nigeria

By Anselm A. Enete, Ignatius I. Madu, Josephat C. Mojekwu, Anthony N. Onyekuru, Elizabeth A. Onwubuya and Fidelis Eze. ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No. 25

Technological Challenges of Climate Change Adaptation in Nigeria: Insights from Enugu State

By Emeka Celestine Nzeh and Ogugua Rita Eboh, ATPS TechnoPolicy Brief No. 24

Towards An Intergrated Trans-Boundary River Management Policy Development (INTREPID) In Semi Arid River Basins

Technopolicy Brief Series No. 23

How to Write an Effective Science Story

By Robert Powell. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 20

What are the Policy Gaps Hindering Full Implementation of Community Water and Sanitation Programs in Ghana?

By Frederick K. Amu-Mensah, Emmanuel K. Tetteh and Joseph D. Chonia. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 18

Is EcoSan an Appropriate Water and Environment Technology Option for Slum Communities of Kampala?

By James Kakooza and Dave Khayangayanga. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 17

What are the Policy Implications for Industrial Water Pollution in Lesotho?

By Deepa Pullanikkatil, Spirit Tlali and Lefa Thamae. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 16

Formulation of a National ICT Policy

By George Okado. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 15

Research Priorities for Kenya's Cut-Flower Industry: Farmer's Perspective

Maurice Bolo, Nancy M. Muthoka, Racheal Washisino, Virginia Mwai. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 14.

What is sui generis system of intellectual property protection?

Moni Wekesa. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 13

What Danger Lies in the WTO-NAMA Negotiations for Africa

By Ha- Joon Chang. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 12

Science & Technology and Food Security in Africa

By African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS) Ministry of Communications, Science & Technology (MCST), Lesotho. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 11

How Can Innovation Systems and Innovative Clusters Be Used to Develop Africa?

By Osita Ogbu. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 10

Can Africa Develop Without Science and Technology?

By Osita Ogbu. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 9

How Can Science and Technology Policy Aid Nigeria's Reconstruction?

By Osita Ogbu. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 8

How Can Science and Technology in Africa Be Formulated and Implemented?

By Osita Ogbu. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 7

Science in a Globalizing World: Implications for Africa

By Awele Maduemezia. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 6

Keeping Hunger at Bay: Genetic Engineering and Food Security in Sub-Saharan Africa

By John Mugabe. Technopolicy Brief Series No. 5