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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.

Developing a thriving e-vehicles value chain in Africa

energySocial Protection African countries should join hands to make the most of their own resources and build a formidable electric vehicle ecosystem that could help fast-track realisation of SDGs.

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.
UgandaICT

NEPAD e-schools connecting students to the world

KenyaCongo

Press for an end to discrimination and marginalization

peacedevelopment

In a region emerging from war, cooperation remains a challenge

discriminationhuman rights

An ‘invisible’ minority seeks legal safeguards, acceptance

mediapress freedom

Press freedom and responsibility go hand in hand

Congopeacekeeping

African experiences help UN ‘refine’ disarmament efforts

child soldiersUNICEF

States vow to ‘spare no effort’ in freeing child soldiers

MDGsHIV-AIDS

Ban Ki-moon sets African issues high on the global agenda