A multitude of Africa’s greatest minds recently assembled in Hammamet, Tunisia. Nearly 1000 scientists from 38 African countries discussed issues involving research and innovation, the green transition, global health, and the synergy between science and higher education, in addition to the role of science in addressing development challenges in society. Plenty of Kenyan talent was on display at the event hosted by the Institut Pasteur de Tunis. Professor Marleen Temmerman from Aga Khan University (AKU) delivered a keynote address on challenges and opportunities in global health, while Professor Stephen Agong from Mount Kenya University led a discussion on academic freedom, scientific integrity, and equitable treatment in scientific collaboration.