Differentials in Commercialisation of Technology between the United Kingdom and Sub-Saharan Africa

Commercialisation of technology, innovations and research outputs significantly influences the developed and the developing contexts. A comparison of the United Kingdom and Sub-Saharan Africa is analysed basing on differences in economic development, infrastructure, policy frameworks, and academic-industry linkages. This article explores these differentials through a comparative analysis, drawing insights from the Knowledge exchange visit by the authors to the United Kingdom and from existing literature. The study identifies key factors that influence successful technology commercialisation and provides recommendations for enhancing the process in Sub-Saharan Africa. These includes differences in existing infrastructure that supports innovation and technology transfer, including advanced research facilities; government policies influencing technology commercialization, either by facilitating or obstructing its progress; collaborations between universities and industries which are essential for successful commercialisation of technology and economic conditions conducive for monetization of innovation and investment growth.