Panel Contribution at Utafiti Sera Inter-House Learning Convening

Panel Contribution at Utafiti Sera Inter-House Learning Convening At the recently concluded Utafiti Sera Inter-House Learning Convening , Professor Fatai A. Aremu , Executive Director of Research Enterprise Systems (RES) , participated as a panelist in the Expert Session on Policy Evidence Production and Consumption Culture in Africa . The session provided a platform for in-depth dialogue on bridging the persistent gap between research outputs and policy actions across the continent. Discussions centered on fostering a governance culture where credible data and evidence inform policymaking, enhance accountability , and address Africa’s key development challenges. In his contribution, Professor Aremu emphasized the urgent need to strengthen Africa’s evidence ecosystem , ensuring that research is not only produced but also effectively consumed by policymakers to drive impactful change . Research Enterprise Systems (RES) remains committed to advancing policy innovation by connecting researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to co-create evidence-driven solutions that move Africa forward.