- There is not enough science in Africa.
- This lack makes policy planning hard.
- It also hurts African trade and exports.
- An African science group wants to help.
- The group will bring scientists and leaders together.
- They will run an important workshop in August.
- They want experts to mentor young researchers.
- Good data helps make better public laws.
- Africa needs its own health data.
- Money and trust remain big problems.
Difficult words
- policy — rules or plans made by government or leaders
- export — goods sold to another countryexports
- workshop — meeting where people learn or work together
- mentor — experienced person who gives advice and help
- data — facts and numbers used to study things
- researcher — person who studies and finds new informationresearchers
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Discussion questions
- Would you like to attend a workshop?
- Have you ever worked with a mentor?
- Do you use data in your study or work?
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