AFRICA BIO INITIATIVE (ABI) NETWORK
Welcome to the Africa Bio Initiative (ABI) Network, an initiative of the Sena Institute of Technology Foundation. The Africa Bio Initiative is a collaborative platform dedicated to advancing biotechnology innovation, research, and entrepreneurship in Ghana and across Africa. ABI connects scientists, industry leaders, investors, and policy-makers from Africa and the global biotech ecosystem to foster partnerships, share knowledge, and catalyze solutions for health, agriculture, and environmental challenges. Through networking events, training programs, and collaborative projects, ABI empowers African bioscientists and innovators to shape the continent’s bioeconomy and strengthen its role in the global life sciences sector.
Our mission is to build and strengthen biotechnology capacity throughout the continent by fostering partnerships with biotech hubs, philanthropists, investors and biotechnology firms. Through these collaborations, the Network supports professional exchange programs, offers consulting services, and provides Contract Research Organization (CRO) solutions.
Why Now?
Africa’s biotechnology sector is on the rise. But sustainable growth depends on global partnerships, resource mobilization, and platforms that unite diverse voices. ABI is designed to fill this gap, catalyzing ideas and accelerating innovation that will impact the continent and beyond.
Who Can Participate:
- African research institutions, biotech startups, and innovation hubs seeking expert guidance
- Experienced professionals in biotechnology, life sciences, and related fields interested in short-term placements in Africa
- Philanthropists and investors seeking projects to invest in Africa
- Program managers, science communicators and related experts
- Legal, finance and administrative professionals
Call for Sponsors
We are currently seeking sponsors and strategic partners to support this vital initiative. Your support will help us secure venues, provide travel support for visiting speakers, and grow a strong community committed to Africa’s biotech future.
If you’re interested in becoming a founding sponsor or community partner, please reach out at info@sitfund.org.
Africa Bio Initiative at Massachusetts Institute of Technology!
The Africa Bio Initiative will present at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) African Graduate Association Forum, highlighting the economic potential of Africa’s growing biotechnology industry and current innovation efforts in Ghana.
The forum serves as a vital bridge between academia and industry, connecting local and diaspora scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to advance biotechnology-led development across the continent. The discussion will focus on building sustainable bioeconomies, strengthening research infrastructure, and broadening funding coalitions for bioscience innovation in Africa.
Leading the presentation is Dr. Andrews Akwasi Agbleke Founder of the Sena Institute of Technology (SIT) and Africa Bio Initiative. Dr. Agbleke will share insights on how Africa can accelerate biotechnology manufacturing, research translation, and workforce training to drive inclusive growth.
The event calls on graduate students, researchers, and faculty from universities across Massachusetts including Boston College, Harvard University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Tufts University, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst to join the conversation and explore opportunities for collaboration with African institutions and biotech ventures.
Together, we can shape the future of Africa’s biotechnology landscape — from research to industry, from innovation to impact.
Event Details:
Date: October 15, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MA, USA
Launch Announcement: African Bio Initiative Meetups in Boston!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of the African Bio Initiative (ABI) Meetings, a new platform bringing together African and Africa-focused scientists, innovators, investors, and allies in the heart of one of the world’s leading biotech hubs. Each session will feature engaging talks, startup spotlights, and open networking—connecting academia, industry, philanthropy, and policy.
Event Details:
Date: September 18, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Venture Café, Cambridge Innovation Center, One Broadway, Cambridge, MA, USA
Africa Bio Initiative Forum – Accra, Ghana
This landmark gathering will bring together scientists, policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to discuss:
- The future of biotechnology in Ghana and across Africa
- How biotech innovation can transform healthcare delivery
- Building a sustainable African bioeconomy
Event Details:
Date: July 22–23, 2026
Location: Accra, Ghana
Focus Areas: Biotech innovation, healthcare, sustainable bioeconomy