About ResilientAfrica Network (RAN)
ResilientAfrica Network (RAN) is a nonprofit organization based at Makerere University School of Public Health in Kampala, Uganda. Established in 2012, RAN is the largest network of African universities dedicated to enhancing community resilience against various challenges through science, technology, and innovation. The network collaborates with 20 universities across 13 African countries and partners with U.S. institutions like George Washington University and Stanford University. RAN focuses on three main objectives: developing a scientific resilience framework for Sub-Saharan Africa, strengthening resilience through innovative technologies, and sharing global resilience knowledge. The organization engages in activities such as sourcing and incubating innovations, conducting research and analysis, and providing capacity-building training. RAN emphasizes collaborative, evidence-based approaches to address vulnerabilities and promote local solutions to development challenges, reaching over 100 partner institutions across academia, civil society, and government.
Location
University Road, Kampala, Central Region, Uganda