- Africa needs more scientific data.
- Lise Korsten leads the African Academy of Sciences.
- She wants to improve policies for Africa.
- Data on health often comes from rich countries.
- This creates problems for African researchers.
- Korsten says Africa must work together.
Difficult words
- data — Facts or information for studying.
- scientific — Related to science and research.
- policies — Rules or plans for action.
- researchers — People who study or investigate topics.
- problems — Difficulties or issues that need to be solved.
- together — In one group or with others.
- improve — Make something better.
- countries — Nation areas with their governments.
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Discussion questions
- Why is scientific data important for Africa?
- How can Africa improve its policies?
- What problems do researchers face in Africa?
- Why do you think collaboration is important?
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