Cristina Duarte

Cristina Duarte

A student.

The duality of the education challenge in Africa: Historical imperatives and 21st-century necessities

youthExploring Africa's educational journey: from historical triumphs to modern challenges. Reshaping the continent's future through innovative education.

A commercial solar field in Rwanda.

“Africa’s COP" should not neglect Africa’s concerns

It unconscionable to arm-twist the entire continent into accepting an unrealistic "only renewables from now on" argument

Walvis Bay on the Atlantic Ocean is the main port in Namibia and home to many fishing companies.

Africa’s strategic priorities to recover better

Africa COVID-19 recovery

— Cristina Duarte, UN Under-Secretary-General and Special Adviser on Africa.

Under Secretary General Cristina Duarte, Special Adviser on Africa to the UN Secretary-General

Post-COVID-19: A chance to leapfrog Africa’s development through digitalization

Africa COVID-19 DigitalizationFor the continent’s recovery from the pandemic, harnessing innovation is crucial.