Harnessing Africa’s Youth Population for Inclusive Growth
Africa’s Youth Population Africa stands at a critical juncture in its history, with a rapidly growing youth population that presents both challenges and opportunities.
How Blended Finance Can Enable Ethiopia To Regain Its Place As Africa’s Growth Engine
Ethiopia is an attractive destination for private capital due to its large population, abundant natural resources, and strategic location in East Africa. From 2004-2015, real economic growth in Ethiopia accelerated to 10.2% per annum, thanks in large part to a... Read More →
Facts about Public-Private Partnerships
Public-private partnerships (PPPs) are vital in the world of infrastructure today. According to the World Bank, building modern, sustainable, and reliable infrastructure is critical for meeting the rising aspirations of billions of people around the globe—and for addressing the climate... Read More →
7 things Africa must do to Accelerate industrialization and Economic Diversification in Africa
No country or region in the world has achieved prosperity and a decent socio-economic life for its citizens without the development of a robust industrial sector. Over the years, African leaders have restated their determination to seize emerging opportunities to... Read More →
Africa’s Digital Infrastructure Opportunity
Africa’s digital infrastructure presents a ripe and often underappreciated investment opportunity for the continent. According to the International Finance Corporation and Google, the continent’s internet economy has the potential to add $180 billion (£142 billion) to Africa’s GDP by 2025... Read More →
Quality Institutions in Boosting Infrastructure Investment in Africa
Infrastructure Investment in Africa According to the International Finance Corporation (IFC), greater focus on regulatory quality and institutional reforms would bring much-needed extra private sector investment in Sub-Saharan Africa’s infrastructure. Improvements in areas like strengthening the rule of law and... Read More →
How Africa’s Youth Will Drive Global Growth
According to the World Economic Forum, Africa is a continent teeming with youthful energy and untapped potential, boasting the world’s youngest population with more than 60% of the continent’s population under the age of 25. This burgeoning youth population is... Read More →
Why EV-Battery Innovation is Key to Sparking a Renewable Revolution
According to IRENA, increasing the uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) is a fundamental part of accelerating the renewables-based energy transition and getting us onto the 1.5°C pathway. The uptake of EVs holds the potential to cut emissions by the replacement... Read More →
How Africa’s New Free Trade Area will Boosts the Continent’s Agriculture Industry
According to the World Economic Forum, agriculture accounts for roughly one-third of the African continent’s GDP, provides a livelihood for 50% of the population and feeds hundreds of millions of people on the continent and beyond every day.
How Artificial Intelligence Can Contribute to Economic Growth in Africa
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is in full swing, bringing with it a wave of technological advancements that have the potential to reshape industries and economies across the globe. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this revolution, promising to... Read More →