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Africa Renewal

Economic Development

Pursuing sustainable solutions to Africa’s economic challenges

— Claver Gatete, the new Executive Secretary, UN Economic Commission for Africa

Kingsley Ighobor

By Kingsley Ighobor

Economic Development

African Ministers call for a reformed global debt architecture

Reviewing and updating of the IMF-World Bank Debt Sustainability Analysis is key to make it more SDG- and solvency-focused

The 2019 Index, which builds on the first edition published in 2016, provides up-to-date data on the status and progress of regional integration in Africa.

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New report?calls on Africa?to build resilient economies through integration

The UN Economic Commission for Africa is helping to bring unique African...

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Electronic trade rekindling sales for African businesses during COVID-19

The Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) today released a Policy Brief which provides a preliminary analysis, from an African perspective, of the limits of international trade law in times of crisis such as now and offers powerful policy recommendations f

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Covid-19 and Export Restrictions: The Limits of International Trade Law and Lessons for the AfCFTA

Africa’s telecoms infrastructure services need to be revamped if the continent is to effectively deliver digital health services, a new paper from the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) notes.

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COVID-19: Revamping Africa’s telecoms infrastructure crucial for digital health services

As the continent begins to talk of exiting lockdowns that were imposed to curtail the spread of the virus, there is need to ensure that women and girls are protected

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Africa’s responses to COVID-19 must be gender responsive

“Boosting intra-African trade can serve as an alternative stimulus package for job creation, foreign exchange, industrial development and economic growth,” said Mr. Karingi.

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COVID-19: Trade expert says AfCFTA could help Africa bounce back

ECA proposes COVID-19 exit strategies to bring African economies back on track

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UN Economic Commission for Africa: COVID-19 exit strategies to bring African economies back on track

ECA leads discussion on Africa’s COVID-19 lockdown exit strategies

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ECA leads discussion on Africa’s COVID-19 lockdown exit strategies

Niger reports new polio outbreak

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COVID-19 lessons offer hope for global efforts to address climate change impacts

It is clear that the novel coronavirus has led to physical confinement in many parts of the world but enterprises which leverage the power of digital and innovative technologies continue doing business

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Innovative tech and connectivity key to fighting COVID-19 in Africa

WHO, WFP and AU deliver critical supplies as COVID-19 accelerates in West and Central Africa

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ECA: The economic impact of COVID-19 on African cities likely to be acute through a sharp decline in productivity, jobs & revenues

COVID-19 in Africa: Protecting Lives and Economies

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ECA Report: COVID-19 in Africa: Protecting Lives and Economies

COVID-19 pandemic expands reach in Africa

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ECA: Africa’s response to COVID-19 - Key messages for IMF and WBG meetings

Benin goes on digital offensive against COVID-19

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ECA policy brief spotlights women’s wellbeing and health care systems amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Drawing on Ebola readiness to tackle COVID-19

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Stronger partnerships crucial for successful implementation of SDGs in light of COVID-19

More than 15 countries in Africa report COVID-19 cases.

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ECA: Three things the G20 must do to support Africa in the COVID-19 pandemic

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Economic diversification a must, as Central Africa faces double-jeopardy with coronavirus

Creating a unified market

Economic Development

New report highlights significant gains from AfCFTA implementation in East Africa

Graphic that shows map of Chad, with economic and industrial indicators.

Economic Development

Last sprint toward Chad's new industrial masterplan

Sixth African Regional Forum on Sustainable Development in Zimbabwe

Sustainable Development Goals

UN's Mohammed to attend Africa's sustainable development forum in Zimbabwe

Scene of Morocco

Economic Development

Rabat considers IPRT for better alignment with SDGs, Agenda 2063

ABF 2020

Economic Development

Business Forum ends with hopes for Africa to power its development with clean energy

ECA’s Vera Songwe issues clarion call for urgent action to silence the guns in Africa

Silencing the guns

ECA’s Vera Songwe issues clarion call for urgent action to silence the guns in Africa

Economic Development

Kenya’s AfCFTA strategy places the country on a strong footing to benefit from the agreement

Sustainable Development Goals

Zimbabwe ready to host & showcase itself at sustainable development forum; Minister

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Signing AfCFTA giant stride forward for the development of Africa: ECA’s Vera Songwe

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