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Sixth Call for Proposals: STEG Larger Research Grants (LRGs) – Up to £100,000 for Research on Structural Transformation and Economic Growth

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The Structural Transformation and Economic Growth (STEG) programme invites applications for its sixth call for Larger Research Grants (LRGs), designed to support rigorous, policy‑relevant research on structural transformation, productivity and long‑run growth in low‑income countries, particularly in sub‑Saharan Africa.

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CSIR highlights progress with advanced radar projects

By Guy Martin, defenceWeb - 9 January 2026
 

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has reported strong progress across several advanced radar programmes, showcasing its growing role in defence, security and airspace management through new ground-based, naval and passive radar...

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Zimbabwe to begin construction of 600MW floating solar plant project next year

By Adekunle Agbetiloye, Business Insider Africa
10 December 2025, 08:10 AM

Zimbabwe plans to begin construction of a 600MW floating solar power plant on Lake Kariba, the world’s largest human-made reservoir, as part of efforts to address worsening electricity shortages and improve energy security. The...

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