There are many interesting conferences, networks and events for learning more about evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) and evidence synthesis on the African continent.

The National Policy Development Framework aims to regulate policy management processes in South Africa and embed the Socio-Economic Impact Assessment System in the policymaking process.

In 2016, the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation and University of Johannesburg (UJ) published a 'Departmental Guidance Note' on the development of 'Policy Relevant Evidence Maps'.