About Ambrosoli Think Tank AI
Ambrosoli Think Tank AI is an international think tank bringing together researchers, practitioners, decision-makers and diverse voices to advance ideas, research, policy dialogue and practical solutions to Africa’s socio-economic and development challenges.
The organisation provides a platform for intellectual exchange, evidence-based research, strategic dialogue, policy engagement and practical collaboration. It connects different perspectives and experiences to address complex development questions and translate knowledge into meaningful action.
Mission
To advance African development through independent thinking, research, knowledge exchange, policy dialogue and practical solutions that bring together diverse minds and experiences.
Vision
To become a leading international platform for African thought leadership, research and policy innovation, contributing to a more prosperous, inclusive and sustainable Africa.
Why we exist
Ambrosoli Think Tank AI exists to:
- Generate and promote ideas that address Africa’s development challenges.
- Connect researchers, academics, entrepreneurs, business leaders and policymakers.
- Encourage evidence-based policy discussion and decision-making.
- Translate research and intellectual dialogue into practical recommendations.
- Build partnerships across government, academia, business, civil society and international development institutions.
- Strengthen Africa’s contribution to global conversations about development and innovation.
Four pillars
Ideas
Generate new perspectives, challenge conventional thinking and encourage intellectual debate.
Research
Produce evidence, analysis, research reports and knowledge products.
Policy
Facilitate informed policy dialogue and engage decision-makers.
Impact
Translate ideas and research into practical solutions, partnerships and measurable development outcomes.
Guiding principles
- Intellectual independence
- Evidence-based thinking
- Diversity of perspectives
- Constructive dialogue
- African-centred development
- Practical relevance
- Collaboration and partnership
- Integrity and accountability
How we work
- Weekly Think Tank sessions and intellectual dialogues.
- Research initiatives and collaborative studies.
- Policy discussions and strategic roundtables.
- Publications, reports and policy briefs.
- Institutional partnerships and membership.
- Networking and knowledge-sharing activities.
Where we work
Ambrosoli Think Tank AI is based in Kampala, Uganda. Uganda is our initial base and East Africa is our priority region.
Who we bring together
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Corporate executives and business leaders
- Researchers and academics
- Policymakers and government institutions
- Development practitioners
- Civil society organisations
- Diplomatic and international development communities