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November 2024

Zephyr drone.

Africa leading in next-gen drone technology trials

Young women in AkiraChix hardware and electronics class build circuit boards.

Empowering girls in Africa to embrace STEM

At COP29, the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres called for action to transform Africa into a global renewable energy leader.

Africa’s Green Momentum: A call for action at COP29

Civil society actions at the ongoing 2024 Conference of Parties (COP 29), dubbed the “Financing COP,” are taking place in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11–22, 2024.

COP29: Africa’s negotiating strategy must build on past lessons

Gadiaba Kodio.

Turning waste into treasure: Gadiaba Kodio's mission to recycle Africa's waste

Favour Chioma Ugwoke is empowering individuals and organizations with the knowledge and tools to protect against cyberattacks.

How a young African woman is fighting cyberthreats

The Executive Secretary of the UN Economic Commission for Africa, Claver Gatete, delivered a statement at the opening of a two-day Africa Regional Consultation for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (#FfD4) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Domestic resources key to Africa’s debt freedom

Gatare Libère, co-founder of ACLIS.

Young techie developing innovative software in Burundi

Mangroves, Madagascar. As part of the Great Blue Wall initiative, the goal is to safeguard 30% of the countries' Exclusive Economic Zones by 2030, focusing on achieving a net gain in critical ecosystems such as mangroves, corals, and seagrasses.

Innovative financing to unlock Africa’s Blue Economy

Aerial View of Flyover Roads and Highways in District Autonome d'Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.

Africa must help shape an inclusive global financial system

iPF Softwares is inspiring many youths in tech and innovation.

Shaping human connections through digital innovation in Tanzania

People and trucks cross at the Ghana-Côte d'Ivoire border at Elubo.

Easing travel restrictions to boost intra-African trade

A smallholder farmer in rural Africa uses the AI-powered PlantVillage mobile app to tackle crop pests and adapt to the challenges of climate change.

Making Artificial Intelligence safe in Africa

Computer technicians

Securing Africa's digital future: A conversation with a cybersecurity expert

Lutfiyya Dean (center), head of the South African delegation at Youth 20, stands with representatives from South Africa and the African Union at the Youth 20 Summit, where they discussed a transformative agenda for the G20 under South Africa's presidency.

South Africa's G20 Presidency in 2025: A pivotal moment for the country and Africa

The report cover.

New UN report on rethinking Africa’s debt: Debunking myths and identifying sustainable solutions

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