The importance of funding and investment to strengthen data science in Africa

Abstract

Currently Africa is not fully realizing the potential of data science (DS) to improve health outcomes. In this comment we advocate for policymakers to make concerted and strategic efforts that complement existing strategies to enhance DS and propel Africa into a prominent role in the global DS arena. Kayalioglu et al. explore the underutilization of data science (DS) to improve health outcomes in Africa and advocate for increased, strategic investment in DS infrastructure, talent development, and research funding. They highlight current challenges while proposing collaborative efforts to build sustainable, locally driven DS growth across Africa.

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