The Pan Africa Chemistry Network in Ethiopia
The Pan Africa Chemistry Network (PACN) has four Hubs across Africa, coordinating the work we do for chemical sciences across the continent and acting as a focal point for training, events and support.
The centre of our Ethiopian Hub activities is Addis Ababa University, and we work closely with other institutions, such as the University of Bahir Dar, to support the chemistry community throughout Ethiopia.
It is a wonderful thing to see African scientists and experts from all over the world coming together in my country.
Highlights from the Ethiopia Hub
- Enhancing collaboration between the government, researchers, industries and communities by organising scientific events and conferences – including the PACN Congress, most recently in 2019 discussing ‘Sustainable use of Africa's natural products and materials’.
- Analytical science training courses for GC-MS techniques, hosted by the Addis Ababa University, previously run in partnership with GSK, and supported by Local Trainers from the universities of Addis Ababa and Bahir Dar.
- Support for the Federation of African Societies of Chemistry (FASC) and their activities across Africa. In 2024, the FASC Congress will take placein Senegal.
The Federation of African Societies of Chemistry (FASC)
Established by the Royal Society of Chemistry in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 2006, FASC plays a crucial part in promoting the role of the chemical sciences across Africa by bringing together national chemical societies. Its administrative centre is currently in South Africa. The society’s aims are:
- to promote the advancement of chemical sciences
- to promote and maintain effective communication throughout the community in Africa
- to promote collaborative activity across Africa.
They also publish the Africa Journal of Chemical Education.
Ethiopia Hub management committee
The Hub is hosted by Addis Ababa University and supports our work in Ethiopia. Our local Royal Society of Chemistry representative is Ngist Asfaw.
Management committee members
- Yonas Chebude, Addis Ababa University
- Dr Ahmed Mustefa, Addis Ababa University
- Dr Nigist Asfaw, Addis Ababa University
- Solomon Mehretie, Chemical Society of Ethiopia
- Dr Estifanos Ele, Addis Ababa University
- Dr Minaleshewa, Bahir Dar University
Ready to find out more?
Contact the hub directly.
Contact the PACN Ethiopia Hub
- Email:
- send Yonas an email