Development Bank of South Africa

African science researchers and policy advisers have agreed to set up a foundation, endorsed by a range of African-based banks, to promote the use of scientific and other forms of knowledge by both public and private decision-makers in the continent.

The body, to be known as the Knowledge Management Africa (KMA) Foundation, will be under the auspices of the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) based in Johannesburg, South Africa.

The aims and objectives of KMAfrica are supported by the following participating institutions:

• The Development Bank of South Africa (DBSA) is leading agent for socio-economic development in Southern Africa by acting as a lender for agricultural and infrastructure projects. The DBSA is recognized for its knowledge of Southern Africa and ability to provide financing using innovative instruments. You can find more information at the DBSA's official website