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Economic Development

This beat covers micro and macro-economic issues, including policies, infrastructure, urbanization, FDI, the role of private sector, regional integration, debt, and recovery.

Open-pit mine.
Economic Development

Africa’s critical minerals poised to power global green energy transition

At Africa Climate Summit 2025 leaders called for positioning of Africa to reap from its vast resources through value addition rather than continue with raw extraction
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed (Center) reflected on the meaning of resilience in the African context, saying: “Unstoppable Africa is a space to remind ourselves that this is our narrative, on our terms, as we go forth”
Economic Development

Beyond GABI 2025: Strategic partnerships to propel Africa’s economic growth

Africa’s unstoppable momentum on the world stage showcased its position as a hub of innovation, creativity, and investment
Now in its fourth year, the Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) ‘Unstoppable Africa’ event brings together African leaders, innovators, and investors for a two-day event.
Economic Development

GABI 2025: Showcasing Africa as a driver of global trade

debt On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, UN Global Compact’s Assistant Secretary-General Sanda Ojiambo makes a bold case for Africa to lead—not follow—global markets
GABI
Economic Development

GABI 2025 to showcase ‘Unstoppable Africa’ on global stage

debt Leaders, CEOs, investors, and innovators converge in New York to spotlight ways Africa is shaping the future of global business.

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Nairobi City.
Economic Development

Financial, fiscal, and budgetary planning crucial for African cities

Inside a factory.
Economic Development

New UN report: Africa's economy to improve in 2025 despite global stagnation

Fresh source.
Economic Development

Streamlining Egypt’s food value chain through technology

Epsy Barr - Chair, Forum on People of African Descent.
Economic Development

We must confront the legacy of slavery, tackle systemic racism

A view of participants attending the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4).

Africa shapes the Agenda towards a Just Outcome of the Sevilla Conference

Social Protection
The African Union's first Debt Conference brought together Heads of State, senior policymakers, financial experts, and international partners on Africa's debt challenges and long-term sustainability.

Africa's debt dilemma: Turning crisis into reform

AU leaders push for reforms to fix global debt systems and strengthen fiscal sovereignty.
In 2023 UNDP in Uganda added its first electric car into their fleet as a major step forward for Uganda’s transition to a clean energy future.

Developing a thriving e-vehicles value chain in Africa

energySocial ProtectionAfrican countries should join hands to make the most of their own resources and build a formidable electric vehicle ecosystem that could help fast-track realisation of SDGs.
A car involved in an accident.

Road Safety: Digital technology to help prevent accidents

DigitalizationExperts explore how data-driven approaches, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies can help save lives.
Nairobi City.

Financial, fiscal, and budgetary planning crucial for African cities

debtTo manage rapid urbanization effectively, African cities must enhance fiscal strategies and broaden revenue sources.
Abidjan, District Autonome d'Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.

The long winding road to Africa’s infrastructure development

UNECAInfrastructure is key to driving economic growth and fostering regional integration but continues to face significant challenges in financing and implementation.
Inside a factory.

New UN report: Africa's economy to improve in 2025 despite global stagnation

debtThe latest WESP 2025 says targeted investments, inclusive governance, and enhanced regional collaboration will support the continent’s long-term development goals.
Experts at the Second Session on the Committee on Economic Governance in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Africa’s debt burden eroding funds for sustainable development in LDCs

debtSoaring repayment costs leave Africa’s Least Developed Countries struggling to fund health, education and SDG priorities.
Digital illustration.

Youth-led digital innovations reshaping North Africa’s development

DigitalizationFrom Fintech to AI, the region is leveraging technology to bridge gaps, foster inclusivity, and accelerate progress towards the SDGs.
A mining site.

Breaking the ‘Paradox of Plenty’: Turning Africa’s wealth into shared prosperity

debtA continent rich in natural resources yet burdened by poverty, hunger and crippling debt.
Girls in ICT Day 2019, Organised by ITU at the African Union, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 25 April 2019.

Connectivity for everyone is key to Africa’s growth and prosperity

DigitalizationBridging the current digital divide requires a combination of policy and regulatory interventions, matched with meaningful investment.
A tea picker in Kenya's Mount Kenya region.

Sustainable trade: Kenya champions green value chains for coffee and tea under AfCFTA

debtAligning trade with global goals will ultimately contribute to building climate resilience and sustainability.

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