Innovative Solutions for Sustainable Industrial Development in Africa’s Developing Economies
According to ARISE, the African continent is blessed with abundant natural resources and a rich cultural heritage. These resources and cultures have the potential to drive sustainable industrial development and economic growth in Africa’s developing economies. Industrial development is a... Read More →
Africa and Europe: How to Build a Balanced Partnership for Digital Infrastructure
According to the African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET), the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of digital infrastructure for Africa’s economic and social development. Digital infrastructure, such as broadband networks, data centers, cloud services, and digital platforms, enable access... Read More →
The Benefit of Scaling Up Renewables to Support Africa’s Energy Transition
According to Marsh, electrification is at the heart of food security, economic development, education, and healthcare in Africa. However, only eight countries across the continent are currently on track for universal access to electricity, according to the World Bank, predominantly... 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 →
Improving Energy Access Key to Meeting Development Goals in Africa
Although energy access has increased in sub-Saharan Africa in recent years, it remains low, as more than 50% of the region’s population still lacks access to electricity.
Strengthening Public Health Policies for Better Healthcare in Africa
According to Business Day, policies are fundamentally linked to public health and play a vital role in the general wellness and safety of a population. Over the last century, the most notable improvements in population health were due, in part,... Read More →
Why Low-Carbon Fuels Are a Vital Step in the Energy Transition
According to International Energy Forum, there is a gulf between where the world is today and where it needs to be to hit net zero by 2050. Carbon-intensive coal, which is still the leading source of energy, is releasing record... Read More →
Better Transport in Bringing African Countries Closer and Supporting Their Economies
According to the World Bank, the potential of regional trade in Africa remains largely under-exploited. Trade between African countries currently represents only 12% of total economic activity in the region, compared to 60% in Europe and 40% in Asia. In... Read More →
Institutional Reforms & Attracting Infrastructure Investment in Sub-Saharan Africa
Need for Infrastructure Investment in Sub-Saharan Africa According to the World Bank, infrastructure is an unmissable driver for development in Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond. It not only stimulates private investment and productivity growth, but also facilitates domestic and international trade... Read More →
Rethinking African Debt and Exploitation of Natural Resources
Africa is endowed with abundant and diverse natural resources and natural capital wealth. According to African Business, close to 8% of the Earth’s natural gas reserves, a third of global mineral reserves, and a 10th of the global oil reserves... Read More →