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.
Africa’s industrial future is within reach: What we need now is intentional investment
AU–UN meeting focuses on reform, peace, and climate justice
Congolese and Nigerian among 2025 UN SDG Action Award Winners
Africa’s critical minerals poised to power global green energy transition
Editor Picks
Recovery will be challenging without increased supply of vaccines across the continent.
$40 billion per year is needed to meet the continent's energy needs.
Registered trucks and drivers are connected online, matched with cargo transport demand.
Net-zero emissions from food and land use, reimagining school meals and advancing healthy diets will be on the agenda at the Pre-Summit next month
Major commitments will be announced at Ministerial Forums on 21-25 June to accelerate access and transition to clean energy by 2030
Addressing IFFs requires tackling imbalance in the international financial and trade systems, and confronting weak institutions
ADS 2021 celebrated the continent’s identity and culture, discussed challenges and opportunities.
The African aviation industry is looking for ways to recover after a loss of more than $ 6 billion due to globalization.
COVID-19 impact has exposed weakness of current food systems, but also revealed an opportunity to boost continental trade.
Challenges include lack of reliable internet and lack of financial literacy.