The Cameroon Academy of Sciences model of evidence-based science advice

Mbah, David A.; Ayonghe, Samuel N.; Tanya, Vincent N.; Titanji, V. P. K.; Guewo-Fokeng, Magellan

doi:10.4314/jcas.v15i2.4

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“…The virtue of science academy advice comes from 4 major pillars (Mbah et al, 2019). Such pillars include core values, design of study/activity within the niche of the academy, quality and diversity of experts involved in the study/activity, absence of conflict of interest, process of delivery (usually study/report review, overview).…”

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“…Consequently, other ministries/governments may reject in various ways the report. It would, thus, be advisable that governments turn to science academies for advice if general ministerial and public acceptance on difficult/controversial issues is desired (Mbah et al, 2019) A closer look at these studies, reports and proceedings indicates that the Academies differ in their approaches to evidence -based science advice. In particular, the convening activities are not the same.…”

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“…Science academies, given their nature, can monitor responses. The Cameroon Academy of Sciences received positive/favourable responses in various ways(Mbah et al, 2019).10. Challenges of Science Advice Science advisers may face several challenges among which are: i.…”

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Science Advisory to Governments and Regional/Sub-Regional Organizations in West and Central Africa

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Science advice to governments and regional and sub-regional organizations in West and Central Africa has been reviewed. The objectives were to analyze its evolution and characterize the sources of advice. During the colonial period, it was by the colonial administrations and for their needs. At independence, in general, the new nations (particularly French speaking) entered into agreements with the former colonial powers to develop science, technology and innovation capacity for sustainable development. English speaking nations sought more partners outside the colonial experience. Colonial research institutes were increasingly transformed into national research institutes/institutions with national development mandates. Governments increasingly turned to science advice from consultants, inter- ministerial committees, advisory bodies, ad hoc experts’ groups, or a combination of these. Regional/sub-regional organizations sought advice from consultants, ad hoc technical experts’ groups, advisory bodies or a combination of these. Increasingly, science advice is delivered by Africans. Science advice by science academies is most rigorous. The arrival of more science academies, with varying links with governments, indicates that evidence-based science advice is growing in the region.

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