Welcome to the FOSTER Project!
FOSTER is a three-year initiative co-funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ Programme under the Capacity Building for Higher Education (CBHE) Action.
We aim to drive digital transformation in science and education in Kenya and Tanzania by advancing Open Science through better data infrastructure, inclusive research, citizen science, and digital inclusion.
Our roadmap is guided by key Open Science principles: Open Access and Open Data (FAIR principles); Researcher training and support; Community engagement; Strong policy and infrastructure frameworks; and Collaboration across stakeholders and governments.
The project brings together 9 partners from Kenya, Tanzania, Slovenia, the Netherlands, and Spain, connecting higher education and research institutions to build a more open, collaborative, and innovative scientific future.
Latest News
FOSTER Study Visit in Slovenia: Advancing Open Science in Higher Education (13–17 October 2025)
Between 13 and 17 October 2025 , the International School for Social and Business Studies (ISSBS) hosted a joint study visit of the FOSTER and UPSCALE projects in Slovenia. The event brought together representatives from Kenya, Tanzania, Europe, and other regions , offering [...]
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) – Netherlands, hosts Open Science Week, June 16–20
The FOSTER project is transforming the future of science and education in Kenya and Tanzania through digital inclusion, collaborative research, and responsible innovation. VU Amsterdam promotes open science globally and integrates its values [...]
Project FOSTER – Dissemination Activities, Bangkok, Thailand, 21–24 May 2025
Within the annual MakeLearn, TIIM & PIConf International Conference, held from 21 to 24 May 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, and organized by ISSBS, Slovenia, and its partners, the Erasmus+ project Fostering digital transformation [...]
FOSTER Project in the Spotlight
The FOSTER project continues to gain visibility across our partner institutions' platforms. Stories highlighting our collaborative efforts in digital transformation, inclusive research, and capacity building are being shared widely. Check out some of [...]
Advancing Open Science in Africa: Institutional Voices, Emerging Practices, and Ecosystem Strengthening
FOSTER Project Open Science Forum, Edition 1 By Grace Mbogo At the inaugural Open Science Forum held on 24–25 April 2025 in Nairobi, legislative partners, higher education stakeholders, leaders in research, policy influencers, [...]
Work Packages (WP)
Institution Coordinators
