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.
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Editor Picks
Paul Akiwumi, Director of UNCTAD’s Division for Africa, discusses a newly released report that urges diversification of African economies
International Trade Centre’s ‘One Trade Africa’ is helping African MSMEs leverage market opportunities
Latest recommendations from the UN Global Crisis Response Group call for windfall tax to fund fair policies and sustainable energy solutions
Crowdfunding platforms also lower cost barriers for investors
The continent’s free trade area, a growing middle class, an emerging consumer market, increased access to financial services and technology, and dynamic private entrepreneurs can help diversify African economies.
“Geneva Package” includes deals on fish, intellectual property rights waiver and food security
Amid falling growth rates, global population projected to peak around 10.4 billion in the 2080s
The latest State of Food Security and Nutrition report shows the world is moving backwards in efforts to eliminate hunger and malnutrition.
Invest now in green, inclusive and resilient economies for Africa to better weather the next crisis
The only true path to energy security, stable power prices, prosperity and a livable planet lies in abandoning polluting fossil fuels and accelerating the renewables-based energy transition