August 8, 2025 – AfriLabs Research Group has announced a call for contributions to a collaborative study focused on sustainable funding for innovation hubs in Africa. The organisation is inviting hub leaders, researchers, ecosystem experts, and funders to share insights that will shape discussions at the AfriLabs Annual General Meeting (AGM) in October 2025.
According to AfriLabs, “Selected findings will be presented at the AGM in October,” highlighting the significance of the research for policy and investment conversations.
The research will explore the following:
i. Key sources of hub funding across Africa
ii. Regional, sectoral, and model-specific funding gaps
iii. Successful sustainable financing models (PPPs, blended finance, revenue strategies)
iv. Roles of government, donors, and investors
v. Policy and investment recommendations
Eligibility is open to:
1. Researchers and analysts
2. Hub managers and ecosystem builders
3. Development partners and funders
AfriLabs confirmed that members of its Research Group are also eligible.
How to participate:
The deadline for expressions of interest is 11 August 2025, while submissions should be sent by 8 August 2025 to peter@afrilabs.com, with copies to zeineb@afrilabs.com and itoro@tqstem.org.
Participants are required to include:
i. Your name, affiliation, and expertise
ii. Focus area (funding gaps, sustainable models, or both)
iii. Format: case study, data, interview, or literature input
The call aims to gather practical experiences and data to strengthen innovation ecosystems in Africa through sustainable funding strategies.
“Selected contributions will be credited and featured during the AfriLabs Annual Gathering this October,” the statement added. AfriLabs has published the format information Here.