The 9th Evidence to Action (E2A) Conference and Exhibition, themed "Reimagining the Evidence-Informed Policy and Decision-Making Ecosystem in Africa,

#E2A2026 will be co-hosted with ISSERUG, with the theme of “Reimagining the Evidence-Informed Policy and Decision-Making Ecosystem in Africa.”

The conference will bring together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and partners to advance an Africa-led approach to evidence-to-action, strengthening the use of contextually grounded knowledge for equitable and sustainable development, and positioning Africa as a global leader in evidence-informed policymaking.

Key themes will include:

 • Legitimacy and ownership of evidence

 • Evidence uptake and translation

 • Systems transformation

 • Inclusivity and equity

 • Collaboration and partnerships

 • Learning from what hasn’t worked

Stay tuned for more details, including abstract submissions, registration, and participation opportunities.