Dr. Fitsum Semere Weldegiorgis from the University of Queensland is offering a PhD scholarship focused on "Minerals security for food security." This research will explore how artisanal and small-scale mining impacts agricultural mineral supply chains in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Pacific. The opportunity is exclusively for Australian applicants.
News and Events
ARNAA Bi-Monthly Meeting – Tuesday – 03/11/26 @ 2 pm AEST
The ARNAA bi-monthly meeting is on November 3, 2026, at 2:00 pm AEST. See the link for details, come and be part of great discussions and help shape the future of our network
📢 Now Accepting Abstracts: ARNAA Student Symposium – 30th July 2026
Calling all PhD students in ARNAA, you are invited to share your research at the Annual ARNAA Student Symposium on July 30, 2026. Submissions for abstracts are now open, deadline is July 23, 2026, at 11:59 PM. This is an opportunity for valuable feedback on their work.
Nominate a speaker: International Conference on Afrocentric Business and Public Health Perspectives (Adelaide, 2027)
ARNAA will co-host the International Conference on Afrocentric Business and Public Health Perspectives in Adelaide, 2027, alongside COCA and universities from Johannesburg and Kigali. This multidisciplinary event focuses on public health and digital transformation in Africa, aiming to foster international collaboration for sustainable growth. We are seeking Nominations for speakers and sponsors.
ARNAA bimonthly meeting – Friday, April 24, 2026 (2:00 – 3:00).
ARNAA bimonthly meeting is set for this Friday, April 24, 2026, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. Come and help shape the future of ARNAA
Meet our Theme Leaders Law, Human Rights, Social Policy and Governance
ARNAA is proud to announce Dr. Kofi Awuviry-Newton and Dr. Ndungi Wa Mungai as theme leads for Law, Human Rights, Social Policy, and Governance. With extensive expertise in social work and gerontology, both leaders will help promote research and collaboration within and across themes in ARNAA. Join a research theme today!
Event alert! Improving research and networking: A guide for early-career researchers
ARNAA will host a session led by Prof. Ahmed Moustafa focusing on strategies for enhancing networking abilities and developing a reputable publishing track record. This event is part of our career-building talk series aimed at supporting ARNAA members in advancing their careers effectively.
ARNAA 1st Meeting of 2026
ARNAA invites members to our first meeting of 2026 on February 27 at 4:00 pm Sydney time. This meeting aims to strengthen connections, welcome new members, and share exciting initiatives while fostering collaboration in academia. Members are encouraged to bring and share ideas on how best to grow and foster collaborations in our community.
ARNAA 2025: Celebrating Success & Looking Ahead
ARNAA would like to express gratitude to our members for a successful year, we would like to highlight some key achievements like the establishment of five research themes, increased meeting participation, and interactions with external collaborators. The community celebrated member milestones and engaged in various forums. Looking ahead, ARNAA anticipates continued collaboration and success in 2026.
Grant Writing Forum with Professor Kathomi Gatwiri
ARNAA is hosting a session with Professor Kathomi Gatwiri on writing effective grant applications. This event aims to improve participants' skills in securing funding. It will take place on 01st October 2025 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Additional details, including the Zoom link, are available through the provided calendar.