Afriquest Innovation
Museum | Nottingham | England | United Kingdom
Afriquest Innovation is a company based in Aberdeen, Scotland, specializing in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa. It was founded in 2017 and is registered under the company number SC571841. However, the company was dissolved on April 2, 2019.
Goals and Activities
Afriquest Innovation aimed to support African businesses and innovators by providing resources, advice, and networking opportunities. The company worked with various partners to strengthen innovation capacities in Africa and promote the exchange of knowledge and technologies.
Collaboration with Educational Institutions
Afriquest Innovation collaborated with educational institutions such as Nottingham Trent University to support research projects and initiatives focusing on innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa. An example of this is the AfrIE Research Hub, which aims to make research on innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa more inclusive and effective.
Current Developments
Although Afriquest Innovation was dissolved in 2019, there are still numerous initiatives and organizations dedicated to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa. For example, Nottingham Trent University's Eastern Africa Centre is actively involved in conducting transdisciplinary research and promoting sustainable partnerships in the region.