Tag: AfCFTA
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Making Africa’s Integration Work for Jobs, Scale, and Structural Change
Introduction: A critical push for regional integration Africa’s regional integration is not just a trade policy—it is a practical framework for creating jobs, unlocking markets at scale, and driving structural change across economies. With the continent welcoming roughly one million new entrants to the labor force each month, the urgency to connect businesses, reduce fragmentation,…
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Making Africa’s integration work for jobs, scale, and structural change
Why Africa needs integration now With a continuous influx of one million young Africans entering the labor force each month, the continent faces a common challenge: creating enough productive jobs that can sustain rising expectations. Regional integration offers a clear path to scale, productivity, and structural transformation. By harmonizing rules, improving cross-border trade, and pooling…
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Make Continental Collaboration a Reality
Introduction: A Continent of Opportunity Africa is richly endowed with natural resources both above and below the ground, and it boasts the youngest and fastest-growing population in the world. This combination is not a mere cliché; it is a tangible advantage that, if harnessed through continental collaboration, can redefine the continent’s economic trajectory. The question…
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Make Continental Collaboration a Reality: Africa’s Path to Prosperity
Introduction: A Moment for Continental Collaboration Africa is not waiting for tomorrow to unlock its potential. With vast natural resources, a young and dynamic population, and a rapidly expanding economy, the continent stands at a pivotal moment. Continental collaboration—through stronger trade links, coordinated infrastructure, and shared development goals—offers a practical path to prosperity. This article…
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Make Continental Collaboration a Reality: Harnessing Africa’s Resources and Youth for Growth
Why Continental Collaboration Matters Africa is richly endowed with natural resources both above and below the ground, and it boasts the youngest and fastest-growing population in the world. This combination presents a unique opportunity: when African nations collaborate more closely, they can unlock value, attract investment, and accelerate development beyond what individual countries can achieve…
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PM Abiy Urges G20 to Strengthen Compact with Africa MDTF and Accelerate Debt Relief
Abiy’s Call for a Stronger Compact with Africa Ethiopia’s Prime Minister has urged the G20 to take concrete actions to bolster the Compact with Africa (CWA) Multi-Donor Trust Fund (MDTF). In recent remarks, the prime minister emphasized that a stronger fund is essential for advancing Africa’s development agenda, enabling more robust financial guarantees and facilitating…
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Abiy Urges G20 to Strengthen Compact with Africa Multi-Donor Trust Fund and Push Continental Integration
Abiy Calls on G20 to Strengthen the Compact with Africa Multi-Donor Trust Fund In a high-stakes appeal from Addis Ababa, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed urged the G20 to take decisive steps to reinforce the Compact with Africa (CwA) Multi-Donor Trust Fund. The appeal, delivered at a regional forum, underscores a broader push to expand financial…
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Unlocking Africa’s Economic Potential for Faster Growth
Executive Summary: A Continent on the Rise Africa’s economic outlook features slow but steady growth, underpinned by stabilizing inflation, evolving monetary policy, and a shift toward higher-demand commodities. While challenges remain, the region’s long-term potential is underpinned by young demographics, improving governance in places, and a concerted push toward greater regional integration. This article outlines…
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Africa Stablecoin Summit: Shaping the Future of Digital Money
Overview: A landmark gathering on Africa’s digital finance future The Africa Stablecoin Summit, held over two days in Johannesburg, brought together financial authorities, tech innovators, and business leaders from across the continent to explore how stablecoins could reshape Africa’s economic landscape. As governments and regulators increasingly scrutinize digital currencies, the summit served as a practical…
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Togo and AfCFTA Postpone Biashara Afrika Forum to March Next Year
Overview: A Strategic Move for Africa’s Continental Trade Agenda The governments of Togo and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat have announced a postponement of the third edition of the Biashara Afrika Forum. Originally scheduled for November 3, the flagship trade and investment platform will now be held in March next year. The…