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This year's themes included reimagining public health in a globalised Africa; Future-proofing infrastructure; Entrepreneurship, business and decent jobs in the age of advanced technologies; Food systems sustainability and nutrition; and Building climate resilience.

Attendees were encouraged to consider how research is conducted in and with Africa, and the event, organised by the , showcased innovative ideas, collaborations and pathways for impact.

Made up of a team of researchers and academics based across the university, the Africa Innovates Network team includes the Business School's , along with Dr Jessica Thorn, Dr Sunday Popo-Ola and Dr Onesmus Mwabonje. 

Aiming to bring together research practitioners and policymakers, the conference also attracts a wide audience that includes members of the public, central and local government, public sector, private sector, students and academics from a variety of disciplines.

Africa Innovates promotes internal collaborations between Africa-focused science, policy and education initiatives at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and build bridges with external partners.

Fostering interdisciplinary dialogue, the event explores innovative ideas around addressing some of the grand challenges that African societies are facing today.