Waresa

10/08/2026

We are honored to introduce our Keynote Speaker: Mr Nathan Thadeo Yoashi, Founder of NTU-ASA, an advocate for student leadership, African diaspora engagement, and global collaboration in higher education.

🌍 Join us for the 2026 WARESA TAIWAN SCOPA WORKSHOP! 🎓✨

​We are honored to introduce our Keynote Speaker: Mr Nathan Thadeo Yoashi, Founder of NTU-ASA , an advocate for student leadership, African diaspora engagement, and global collaboration in higher education.

​🎙️ Speech Title:
“Scholarships and Career Opportunities for International Students in Taiwan”

​📌 Key Workshop Topics:
- ​Scholarships & Career Opportunities for International Students in Taiwan
- ​Student Career Panel: From Campus to Career
- ​Work Readiness & Talent Retention: TALENT Taiwan
- ​Business Networks & Entrepreneurship (TABA)

​📅 Date: 22 August 2026
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Taipei Time)
📍 Platform: Google Meet (https://meet.google.com/jdw-csrb-ird?hs=224)
⏳ Registration Deadline: 15 August 2026

​🚀 Whether you are a student or a young professional, do not miss this unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and expand your academic and career horizons in Taiwan.

​👉 Register today by scanning the QR code on the poster or through the registration link!
​📩 For inquiries: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: www.waresa.org/taiwan

10/08/2026

2026 WARESA Taiwan SCOPA WORKSHOP — Panel Announcement! 🎓✨
We are thrilled to introduce our featured panelist: Stella Kuo(郭亞璇), Senior Engineer at ACER and an Educator at ARISTEL Technologies!

2026 WARESA Taiwan SCOPA WORKSHOP — Panel Announcement! 🎓✨
We are thrilled to introduce our featured panelist: Stella Kuo(郭亞璇), Senior Engineer at ACER and an Educator at ARISTEL Technologies!
A passionate engineer and educator focused on technology innovation, career development, and education, Stella is dedicated to empowering students to bridge campus learning with real-world career success. Through her experience in both industry and education, she brings valuable insights into building the skills, networks, and confidence needed to thrive in today’s professional world.
💬 Panel Discussion Topic:
From Campus to Career
🎙️ Workshop Theme:
Career Launchpad: Building Skills, Expanding Networks, Creating Opportunities
📌 Key Workshop Topics:
Scholarships & Career Opportunities for International Students in Taiwan
Student Career Panel: From Campus to Career
Work Readiness & Talent Retention: International Talent Taiwan Office
Business Networks & Entrepreneurship (TABA)
📅 Date: 22 August 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Taipei Time) / Panel starts at 2:00 PM
📍 Platform: Google Meet
🔗 https://lnkd.in/dPdNuAen
⏳ Registration Deadline: 15 August 2026
🚀 Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Stella Kuo and gain valuable insights on navigating the transition from campus to the professional world!
👉 Register today by scanning the QR code on the poster or using the registration link!

📩 For inquiries: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: www.waresa.org/taiwan

10/08/2026

2026 WARESA Taiwan SCOPA WORKSHOP — Panel Announcement! 🎓✨

​We are thrilled to introduce our featured panelist: Dr. Williams Mathieu Adilehou, CEO of Synergy Business Consultancy Ltd.!

2026 WARESA Taiwan SCOPA WORKSHOP — Panel Announcement! 🎓✨

​We are thrilled to introduce our featured panelist: Dr. Williams Mathieu Adilehou, CEO of Synergy Business Consultancy Ltd.!

​An entrepreneur and business strategist, Dr. Adilehou brings extensive real-world experience in innovation, leadership, and sustainable business growth. He is dedicated to mentoring students and turning ambitious ideas into impactful realities.

​💬 Panel Discussion Topic:
From Campus to Career

​🎙️ Workshop Theme:
“Career Launchpad: Building Skills, Expanding Networks, Creating Opportunities”

​📌 Key Workshop Topics:
- ​Scholarships & Career Opportunities for International Students in Taiwan
- ​Student Career Panel: From Campus to Career
- ​Work Readiness & Talent Retention: TALENT Taiwan
- ​Business Networks & Entrepreneurship (TABA)
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​📅 Date: 22 August 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Taipei Time) / Panel starts at 2:00 PM
📍 Platform: Google Meet (https://lnkd.in/dPdNuAen)
⏳ Registration Deadline: 15 August 2026

​🚀 Join us to gain actionable insights from Dr. Williams M. Adilehou and take your career journey to the next level!

​👉 Register today by scanning the QR code on the poster or through the registration link!

​📩 For inquiries: [email protected]
🌐 Learn more: www.waresa.org/taiwan

06/08/2026

Are you driving innovation for Africa? Is your business or project making a tangible impact across the continent?
It’s time to gain international recognition for your visionary leadership!

🚀 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | 2026 WARESA OCEANIA AWARDS

​Are you driving innovation for Africa? Is your business or project making a tangible impact across the continent?
It’s time to gain international recognition for your visionary leadership!

​The African Studies Group (UNIMELB) and WARESA are proud to launch the call for applications for the African Entrepreneurship & Innovation Awards, taking place during the 2026 WARESA Oceania Awards.

​📍 Venue: University of Melbourne, Australia
📅 Event Date: 30 October 2026
⌛ Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
​🎯 Evaluation Criteria:
💡 Innovation & Originality (40%) – Novel solutions with potential for industry disruption.
📈 Business Impact (30%) – Demonstrated scalability, market reach, and success.
🌍 Social Contribution (20%) – Tangible contributions to African communities or economies.
🏆 Recognition & Endorsements (10%) – Awards, media coverage, or institutional validation.

​🔗 How to apply or submit a nomination:
👉 Apply now: waresa.org/oceania

📧 Inquiries: [email protected]
​Seize this opportunity to showcase African entrepreneurial excellence and amplify your impact globally!

03/08/2026

Thank you once again, Mr. Dlamini, for generously sharing your experience and vision with us!

03/08/2026

The World African Researchers, Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and Scientists Alliance (WARESA) & African Studies Group (UNIMELB) are officially inviting applications for the Integration Excellence Award.

📢 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: 2026 WARESA Oceania Awards! 🏆

​The World African Researchers, Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and Scientists Alliance (WARESA) & African Studies Group (UNIMELB) are officially inviting applications for the Integration Excellence Award.

​This award recognizes Master’s students from Africa and of African heritage residing in the Oceania region who have actively integrated into and contributed to their host communities.

​📌 Key Criteria:
• Language Adaptability (35%)
• Community Engagement (35%)
• Local Impact & Recognition (30%)

​🗓️ Deadline to Apply: 30 September 2026
📍 Event Date: 30 October 2026 | University of Melbourne, Australia
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​👉 Apply/Nominate now: waresa.org/oceania
📧 Contact: [email protected]

31/07/2026

Do you know an outstanding Master's student of African heritage residing in the Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand, or Pacific Islands) who is making a real difference? Nominate them for the African Academic Gateway Award! 🎓👏

🏆 2026 WARESA OCEANIA AWARDS – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS! 🌏✨

​Do you know an outstanding Master's student of African heritage residing in the Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand, or Pacific Islands) who is making a real difference? Nominate them for the African Academic Gateway Award! 🎓👏

​📌 About the Award
​Presented by WARESA in collaboration with the African Studies Group (UNIMELB), this award recognizes academic excellence, leadership, and dedication to expanding educational access for African students

​📊 Evaluation Criteria
​🤝 Mentorship for African Students (40%): Demonstrated, sustained commitment to mentoring African students.

​📢 Advocacy for African Students (30%): Proactive promotion of educational opportunities abroad.

​🏛️ Institutional or University Linkages (30%): Active role in building or strengthening pathways between African students and international universities.

​🗓️ Key Dates & Location
​🚨 Application Deadline: September 30, 2026
​🎉 Awards Ceremony: October 30, 2026
​📍 Venue: University of Melbourne, Australia

​🔗 How to Apply / Nominate:
Visit the official link: waresa.org/oceania
📧 Questions? Contact us at: [email protected]
​💡 Tag someone in the comments who deserves to be recognized for their impact!

30/07/2026

Can today's plans deliver different results unless we understand yesterday's failures?

Across Africa, governments have developed ambitious national development plans spanning 10, 20, and even 30 years. At the continental level, the African Union's Agenda 2063 provides a shared vision for a prosperous, integrated, and sustainable Africa.
These plans demonstrate commitment, vision, and leadership. Yet an important policy question remains:

What distinguishes plans that transform nations from those that fall short of their intended outcomes?
Countries such as Singapore and South Korea also pursued long-term national development strategies over several decades. Their success was not simply the result of having a vision, but of building strong institutions, maintaining policy continuity, investing in human capital, fostering accountability, and adapting implementation based on evidence and changing circumstances.
As African countries continue to implement and refine their development strategies, there is an opportunity to learn not only from global success stories but also from Africa's own experiences. Understanding the factors that have constrained implementation in the past can help improve the effectiveness of today's and tomorrow's policies.

At Waresa Cesua Think Tank (Center for Sustainability Analysis), we believe that evidence-based policy dialogue is essential for transforming ambitious plans into measurable and lasting development outcomes.

We invite policymakers, researchers, development partners, and practitioners to join this important conversation:
Can today's plans deliver different results unless we understand yesterday's failures?
Together, we can move from planning for development to delivering development.

30/07/2026

The World African Researchers, Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and Scientists Alliance (WARESA), in partnership with the African Studies Group (UNIMELB), is proud to announce the Call for Applications for the Research Impact Awards!

🎓 CALL FOR APPLICATIONS | 2026 WARESA OCEANIA AWARDS 🌊

​The World African Researchers, Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and Scientists Alliance (WARESA), in partnership with the African Studies Group (UNIMELB), is proud to announce the Call for Applications for the Research Impact Awards!

​🏆 Who Should Apply?
Postdoctoral researchers, faculty members, industry-based researchers (E-1 to E-6), and Master's students from Africa or of African heritage residing in the Oceania region (Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands).

​📌 Evaluation Criteria:
​STEM Fields: Citation Impact (70%) + Engagement / Article downloads (30%)
​Social Sciences & Humanities: Citation Impact (70%) + Engagement / Media & public outputs (30%)

​🗓 Key Details:
​📍 Venue: University of Melbourne, Australia
​📅 Event Date: 30 October 2026
​⏳ Application Deadline: 30 September 2026
​📲 How to Apply:
​Scan the QR code on the poster
​Visit: waresa.org/oceania
📧 Inquiries: [email protected]

29/07/2026

📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE – PLATFORM CHANGE

​Please note a change of platform for the 2026 WARESA TAIWAN SCOPA WORKSHOP: Student Communities Partnership (Theme: Career Launchpad: Building Skills, Expanding Networks, Creating Opportunities).

📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE – PLATFORM CHANGE 📢

​Please note a change of platform for the 2026 WARESA TAIWAN SCOPA WORKSHOP: Student Communities Partnership (Theme: Career Launchpad: Building Skills, Expanding Networks, Creating Opportunities).

​The session will no longer take place on Zoom and will now be hosted on Google Meet.

​📍 New Platform: Google Meet
🔗 Direct Access Link: https://meet.google.com/jdw-csrb-ird?hs=224
​🗓 Date & Time: 22 August 2026 | 1 – 5 PM (Taipei Time)
⏳ Registration Deadline: 15 August 2026

​📌 Workshop Topics:
- ​Scholarships & Career Opportunities for International Students in Taiwan
- ​Student Career Panel: From Campus to Career
- ​Work Readiness & Talent Retention: TALENT Taiwan
- ​Business Networks & Entrepreneurship (TABA)

​Scan the QR code on the poster or use the link above to join us. We look forward to seeing you there!