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In Focus

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.

Developing a thriving e-vehicles value chain in Africa

energySocial Protection African 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.

Road Safety: Digital technology to help prevent accidents

Digitalization Experts explore how data-driven approaches, advanced analytics, and emerging technologies can help save lives.

Financial, fiscal, and budgetary planning crucial for African cities

debt To manage rapid urbanization effectively, African cities must enhance fiscal strategies and broaden revenue sources.

The long winding road to Africa’s infrastructure development

UNECA Infrastructure is key to driving economic growth and fostering regional integration but continues to face significant challenges in financing and implementation.
democracycoups

Coups in Mali and Guinea-Bissau, democratic defence in Senegal

electionsdemocracy

Key roles for civil society in keeping violence at bay

Malicoups

Destruction of Timbuktu mausoleums is “repugnant,” says UN

Rio+20sustainable development

Some gains, plus commitments to future sustainable development talks

Rio+20sustainable development

At Rio summit, African delegates are skeptical of the benefits

EducationAfrica

Meeting the target for universal primary education

Rio+20sustainable development

Interview with Kumi Naidoo, executive director of Greenpeace International

Rio+20sustainable development

Governments set course towards improving poor urban areas