(PW), as well as the Hubs in Residence (HIR). In developing the questionnaire, the team considered a set of major questions that will ensure hubs provide the required response that evaluates the importance and outcomes of the activities towards their hub operations and performance and operations. The questionnaire was developed in both French and English, and deployed for response via the different AfriLabs platforms (Google groups, and WhatsApp).
Key Informant Interviews (KII)
The comprehensive KII tool was developed using the KoboToolbox. This enabled the deployment of the tool on mobile devices for data collection. The KII was conducted in 5 countries including Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Uganda. The selection of these countries was done as a full representation of countries that have benefitted from the programme. Additional virtual interview sessions were conducted with hubs that were not available for physical interviews during the visit.
Focus Group Discussion (FGD)
A total of 10 focal persons participated in the focus group discussion which was held virtually. The selection of FGD participants followed a purposive sampling method which represented a full spectrum of the community members that have benefited from the programme, including those that have assessed grants, those that have facilitated sessions, as well as those that have not accessed grants from the programme. The main objective of the FGD was to gather insights on the programme effectiveness and receive feedback on relevant areas that might require improvement in order to enhance the program’s results. The FGD was conducted via Zoom meeting for an approximate duration of 70minutes. The session was recorded for the purpose of documentation and accuracy of the transcription. Participants shared their views and perspectives to the questions outlined below:
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In your opinion, what did we get right?
2 What do we need to improve on the AfriLabs Capacity Building Programme?
What is the potential of ACBP to contribute to better innovation outcomes within the ecosystem In what way can AfriLabs as an organization provide better support to improve the sustainability of African hubs
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ACBP Impact Assessment Report
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