The Network of African Science Academies (NASAC) was established on 13th December 2001 in Nairobi, Kenya, under the auspices of the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) and the Inter Academy Panel (lAP).

ASADI International Conference

The ASADI International Conference, organized by the Academy of Sciences of South Africa will be held in Somerset West, Western Cape from 7 to 10 November 2010.

NASAC's main objective is to act as an independent African forum that brings together Academies of Sciences in Africa to discuss the scientific aspects of challenges of common concern, to make common statements on major issues relevant to Africa and to provide mutual support to member Academies. Drawing from this overall objective, NASAC aims to specifically:

Facilitate the provision of advice to governments and regional organizations on scientific aspects of issues of importance to Africa 's development.