Across Africa, biodiversity is rich yet remains vastly underrepresented in global genomic repositories. At the same time, too little scientific evidence is translated into real-life solutions for the continent’s most pressing challenges. RECOURSE was born from the conviction of both scientists and students that this gap could no longer be ignored. RECOURSE was born as recourse i.e., a source of help in difficult times. RECOURSE  represents a collective resource for scientists to turn to in advancing research and conservation.

Built on a spirit of collaboration, RECOURSE brings together established scientists willing to share their expertise and nurture the next generation. It also provides a professional and stable platform for researchers, especially those with uncertain institutional affiliations, to host and manage their grants efficiently—free from the constraints of rigid bureaucracies.