Over 70 percent of women-led businesses in Africa have insufficient access to financial services, and many operate in the informal sector where they lack legal protections. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents a promising opportunity for economic growth and development across the continent. Women should play a central role in benefiting from AfCFTA, and there is a critical need for targeted interventions that can empower…
Africa stands at a pivotal crossroads, with innovation and proactive policymaking poised to unlock the continent's vast agricultural potential. Geographical Indications (GIs) are a powerful tool that can protect the unique qualities and characteristics of agricultural products linked to specific regions. By associating products with their geographic origin, GIs can help differentiate African goods in both local and international markets. This…
Investing in STEM education can contribute significantly to building a skilled and employable workforce in Africa, increasing opportunities for young people to compete for quality jobs and growing related industries. Such an investment would turn Africa’s “youth bulge” into an economic dividend.
As a young data developer responsible for mining and analysing the administrative tax data provided to researchers through the SA-TIED programme, I am acutely aware of the economic challenges faced by the average South African, particularly young people.
Remittances serve as a vital lifeline for more than 200 million Africans. Beyond supporting the lives and livelihoods of families in the senders’ countries of origin, these transfers represent solidarity and symbolize the generosity and resilience of the African community on the continent and beyond.
From 6 to 10 May, during "Africa Month." the Africa Dialogue Series (ADS) 2024, an interactive platform for African policymaking hosted by the 麻豆APP Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA), successfully brought together young African leaders, experts, and advocates to mobilize actions and inspire solutions leveraging the power of Science, Technology and Innovation to boost access to quality education in Africa.
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