The Faustin-Archange Touadéra Prize will honor five laureates in vital development sectors and award scholarships to Central African students.
The African Institute for Applied Multidisciplinary Research (IARPA) confirmed that the Faustin-Archange Touadéra Prize for African Scientific Excellence will take place in Bangui on November 26 and 27. The International Organizing Committee announced that this year's prize will recognize five laureates for their achievements in innovation and future technologies, sustainable agriculture and food sovereignty, public health, ecological transition, and green industrialization. Twelve candidates have been shortlisted for the awards.
In addition to the prizes, thirty scholarships will be offered to Central African students to pursue their studies in Côte d'Ivoire. Dr. Jean-Marie Koné, president of IARPA and the Organizing Committee, stated that this initiative aims to support the future of African scientific excellence by empowering its youth. The selection process for the scholarship recipients will involve a call for applications.
The committee also announced the upcoming launch of an international standard business school, "GESAO Business School Bangui," in January 2027. This project is being developed in collaboration with Dr. Henri-Marie Dondra. The prize, created under the patronage of the Head of State, was officially established on April 9.
Why it mattersThe event highlights scientific innovation and offers educational opportunities for Central African youth.
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