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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.
summit

Measles deaths drop sharply in Africa

HIV-AIDSUNAIDS

But new data show that epidemic remains huge in Africa

HIV-AIDSUNAIDS

Women’s leadership is key, argues UN envoy for AIDS in Africa

MDGsNEPAD

Expanded access requires more funds, efficiency and capacity

developmentNEPAD

More funding needed for research institutes and universities

radiopeace

Unbiased information empowers communities after conflicts

NEPADMozambique

A joint partnership to transport natural gas

disarmamentpeacekeeping

chieving peace should not mean ignoring past atrocities