Op-Eds
Putting the African state and its institutions at the centre of development
As AU Summit opens, two UN OSAA reports underscore a clear message: no durable peace without strong, legitimate and well resourced states
Online abuse is real violence — and Africa’s women and girls are paying the price
A bold action by governments, tech companies, and all communities is needed to confront the rising tech-facilitated GBV that is silencing women’s voices and threatening hard-won gains in Africa.
Ending digital violence is Africa’s next chapter in equality for women and girl
“Digital violence against women and girls is not inevitable; it is preventable.” UN Women’s Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda on this year’s 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-based Violence.
The promise and peril of Africa's tech revolution for women and girls
“When women withdraw from online spaces to protect themselves, we lose their voices in politics, journalism, and civic debate. Technology-facilitated gender-based violence not only denies women their most basic human rights, but it also robs our societies of their contributions” The UN Deputy Secretary-General reflects on this year’s 16 Days of Activism to End Gender-based Violence campaign.
Africa’s industrial future is within reach: What we need now is intentional investment
With collective commitment, Africa can shift from potential to powerhouse—and reshape global industrial landscapes.
