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Africa Renewal: November 2024

Economic Development

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

The 2024 UN OSAA flagship report &Unpacking Africa's Debt: Towards a Lasting and Durable Solution* addresses the urgent need to reform Africa*s debt structures and suggests how countries can get out of unsustainable debt.

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

The theme &Fostering solidarity, equality, and sustainable development* aims at addressing critical global challenges, with a strong focus on Africa*s development

Making Artificial Intelligence safe in Africa

Stakeholders call for balanced AI regulations to harness its potential for societal good

Easing travel restrictions to boost intra-African trade

Calls intensify for countries to ease restrictions on movement of persons to boost AfCFTA implementation and regional integration.

Shaping human connections through digital innovation in Tanzania

Grayson Julius* start-up is inspiring many youths in tech and innovation.

Africa must help shape an inclusive global financial system

〞 Carlos Lopes is contributing to proposals for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development

Innovative financing to unlock Africa*s Blue Economy

Countries can leverage on creative financial tools such as debt swaps, green bonds, blues bonds, and others, to unlock resources needed to protect marine ecosystems, drive economic growth, and support climate adaptation

Young techie developing innovative software in Burundi

Gatare Lib豕re*s innovative software seeks to drive positive change in society

Domestic resources key to Africa*s debt freedom

〞 says Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary, UN Economic Commission for Africa

How a young African woman is fighting cyberthreats

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

Climate Change

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

Malian artist reimagines Africa*s waste, blending art and activism to spark an eco-conscious revolution.

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

A stronger Africa is essential for the world to effectively build resilience against the impacts of climate change. The Africa we want is the Africa the World needs

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

At COP29, the 51勛圖 Secretary-General Ant車nio Guterres called for action to transform Africa into a global renewable energy leader, emphasizing the continent*s untapped potential and the urgent need for investment and reforms

Culture and Education

Empowering girls in Africa to embrace STEM

More initiatives needed to inspire and equip young women to pursue careers in science, technology and innovation.

Africa leading in next-gen drone technology trials

Rwanda and Kenya are emerging as key hubs for testing drone technology that could revolutionize internet connectivity, disaster response, border control, healthcare and agriculture.