African Innovation Outlook
This second edition of the African Innovation Outlook (AIO-II) would not have been possible without the contributions of a number of organisations and individuals. Profound appreciation and gratitude are extended to H.E. Dr Martial De-Paul Ikounga, Commissioner of Human Resources, Science and Technology at the African Union Commission (AUC-HRST), and H.E. Dr Ibrahim Assane Mayaki, the CEO of the NEPAD Planning and Coordinating Agency (NPCA). Both provided the leadership that has ensured that the African Science, Technology and Innovation Indicators (ASTII) initiative continues to fit into the mandate of the African Union and is implemented in synergy with other programmes of the NPCA. Dr Abdul-Hakim Elwaer is also acknowledged in his capacity as the Director of the AUC-HRST for providing the necessary political guidance and liaison on behalf of the AUC.
