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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.

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.

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

debt The latest WESP 2025 says targeted investments, inclusive governance, and enhanced regional collaboration will support the continent’s long-term development goals.
Burkina FasoICT

Local investors eager to profit from mobile phone boom

peacekeepingLiberia

For armies and police that protect citizens, not abuse them

choleraZimbabwe

Donors look for more progress on national reconciliation

economymining

Governments bargain for “fair deals” that enhance development

employmentOSAA

Unemployment challenges stability in Liberia, Sierra Leone

developmentgender

New initiatives to track the gender impact of development funds

economyWorld Bank

Calls for more aid, greater voice in recovery plans

economyLDCs

The continent is now stronger, says UN’s Cheick Sidi Diarra