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ABOUT AISCR

A Leading Supply Chain Knowledge Hub Bridging Research, Education, and Practice for Global Impact

WHO WE ARE

The African Institute for Supply Chain Research (AISCR) is a pan-African, independent, non-profit institute advancing excellence in supply chain research, education, and innovation. Founded in 2019 at the University of South Africa (UNISA) and now headquartered in the United States, AISCR bridges Africa, the U.S., and the global community through evidence-based research, professional training, and strategic policy engagement. We bridge the gap between academic scholarship, industry practice, and public-sector decision-making, ensuring that knowledge leads to implementation, measurable results, and sustainable impact. Rooted in African expertise and guided by a global outlook, AISCR promotes sustainable procurement, digital transformation, and professional excellence, helping organizations build transparent, inclusive, and future-ready supply chains that drive equitable growth.

OUR MISSION 

We conduct evidence-based supply chain research, deliver transformative education, and advance impactful practices that accelerate inclusive and sustainable economic development across Africa, the United States, and the global community.

Our work directly supports the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reinforcing our commitment to sustainable, inclusive, and innovation-driven development.

What We Do

AISCR strengthens supply chain systems by:

  • Producing research and data intelligence that guide policy and organizational decisions.
  • Developing talent and leadership through professional and executive education.
  • Supporting governments and organizations through advisory and technical assistance.
  • Connecting stakeholders through conferences, knowledge networks, and dialogue platforms.

We generate evidence, build capability, and enable collaboration to advance supply chain performance.

AISCR’S APPROACH

HOW WE WORK

AISCR delivers its mandate through four strategic pillars:

Pillar What We Deliver
Research & Innovation Independent research, analytics, and knowledge products that inform strategy, investment, and public policy.
Education & Training Professional development programs, executive courses, research capacity strengthening, and leadership pathways.
Corporate Solutions Advisory, diagnostics, and transformation support to strengthen procurement, logistics, digitalization, sustainability, and operational performance.
Conferences & Engagements Summits, conferences, roundtables, and collaborative platforms where leaders connect, learn, and drive change together.

OUR DIFFERENTIATION

AISCR is a research-driven membership institute that unites research, education, and advisory services to strengthen supply chain systems and institutional performance. Unlike professional certification bodies, AISCR focuses on knowledge generation, capacity building, and policy impact, translating evidence into real-world change.

What Makes AISCR Unique:

  • Africa–U.S. Nexus: The only African-founded supply chain institute headquartered in the United States, linking Africa with global partners.
  • Research & Governance Focus: Leads initiatives that advance public procurement, institutional reform, and sustainable development.
  • Integrated Approach: Delivers insights, learning, and advisory solutions within a single ecosystem.
  • Collaborative Partnerships: Engages universities, corporations, and development agencies worldwide to co-create impact.
  • Inclusive Mission: Promotes supplier diversity, institutional readiness, and sustainability across public and private sectors.

AISCR is a membership-based institute advancing research, innovation, and inclusive supply chain transformation.

WHERE WE WORK

AISCR operates through a continental network of regional hubs and country partnerships across Africa, the United States, and the global diaspora. Our structure enables localized impact while advancing a unified global agenda for research, education, and policy transformation.

Our Global Presence

  • Dallas, United States – Global Headquarters: Partnerships, research coordination, and resource development.
  • Pretoria, South Africa – Southern Africa Hub: Public procurement, sustainability, and institutional capacity.
  • Yaoundé, Cameroon – Central Africa Hub: Francophone regional research, training, and governance programs.
  • Nairobi, Kenya – East Africa Hub: Trade facilitation, digital transformation, and capacity development.

Through these centers, AISCR connects Africa, the U.S., and the global community, creating a collaborative platform for innovation and inclusive supply chain transformation.

OUR IMPACT

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Established in 2019, the African Institute for Supply Chain Research (AISCR) provides supply chain research, education, outreach, and networking solutions for a better Africa.

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