Endogenous mechanisms for financing research in West and Central Africa (Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Ghana and Senegal)
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2010
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FocusAfrica
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The study aimed to improve the IDRC’s understanding of trends in funding for research provided by regional and sub-regional organisations, local philanthropic organisations, and public research funding mechanisms focusing on four countries: Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Ghana and Senegal. Considered in the study are public funds allocated by governments for research activities; funds from regional organisations such as the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU); the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS); funds from philanthropic bodies and Foundations, as well as other donors. Dependence on the modes of funding of international donor organisations continues.
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French version available in IDRC Digital Library: Financement endogène de la recherché en Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre
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IDRC Final Report
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BURKINA FASO, CAMEROON, GHANA, SENEGAL, RESEARCH CAPACITY BUILDING, RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS, FUNDING, DONOR AID, PHILANTHROPY, FINANCIAL AID, PUBLIC FINANCE, RESEARCH POLICY, UNIVERSITIES, SOUTH OF SAHARA