Africa’s economic rise is a world-changing development, but the sources of its emerging strength – and lingering weaknesses – are little understood. With support from the Mastercard Foundation, The African Century provides a unique platform for debate about the vital issues shaping African societies.
Nov 23, 2021 has high hopes for the changes the Fourth Industrial Revolution can bring to Africa’s natural-resource sector.
Nov 10, 2021 argues that President Emmanuel Macron is undermining his promise to rebalance relations with the continent.
Nov 3, 2021 & lament policymakers' lack of initiative in combating one of the continent's most serious problems.
Nov 1, 2021 , et al. propose a four-part financial and trade package to help the region tackle the climate crisis.
Oct 29, 2021 & call for immediate measures to deliver vaccines, followed by longer-term investments in health infrastructure.
Oct 12, 2021 argues that investing in the continent’s young people can generate enormous economic development benefits.
