Inspired by the late Professor Calestous Juma, Leapfrogging Development: The Calestous Juma Legacy Series is a recurring virtual platform dedicated to fostering a movement for innovation-led African development. The series will showcase the insights of leaders, innovators, and policymakers who are advancing Calestous Juma's vision of self-reliance and sustainable prosperity through science, technology, and homegrown innovative solutions. Going beyond traditional webinars, this initiative will provide a dynamic space for mentorship, intergenerational dialogue, and tangible action, connecting a diverse community of experts with emerging African talent to address the continent's most pressing challenges.

 

The Calestous Juma Legacy Series will be structured around three interactive segments:

• Living Legacy Fireside Chats: In-depth, personal conversations with individuals who were directly influenced by Calestous Juma, focusing on how his mentorship shaped their careers and how they are now mentoring others.

• Thematic Deep Dives: Expert discussions on core themes (e.g., agricultural innovation, regional integration) to critically analyze current development challenges and identify transformative strategies.

• Innovation Showcases: Presentations highlighting impactful, scalable, and sustainable projects that apply Calestous Juma's ideas to solve real-world problems.