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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.
migrationdevelopment

Migrants who leave their countries in search of work are currently not adequately protected by international law

foodUNICEF

UN, relief groups seek to bolster and speed up food delivery

arms proliferationdevelopment

Collecting small arms to forestall renewed violence

electionsLiberia

Ambitious agenda for President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf

tradedevelopment

Health standards in rich countries limit continent’s ability to export

peacepeacekeeping

International charges filed against northern rebel leaders

NEPADMDGs

Enlisting business support for Africa’s Millennium goals

Early UN appeals met only a belated reaction from donors

remittancesmigration

Money sent home by African migrants rivals development aid