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 Libère’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 United Nations Secretary-General António 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.
