With the looming US election expected to usher in a new administration to the White House, African leaders and policymakers debate what it might mean for US-Africa relations. The outcome will have real implications for Africa’s economic development, trade policy, and diplomatic relations, depending on whether it is a Democratic
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Stats vs. Reality
Introduction The African continent presents a unique paradox in the global narrative on economic development. On one hand, Africa boasts some of the fastest-growing economies worldwide and a rapidly increasing private sector. On the other, it faces significant hurdles, from debt burdens and inflation to persistent challenges in governance and
TANZANIA-INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT IN THE NATION INTEREST OR STRIPPING OF NATIONAL ASSETS?
INTRODUCTION A comprehensive panelist discussion at the 2024 Africa Summit organised by Financial Times in London, by Rostam Azizi(Chairman, Taifa Group Ltd.), January Makamba (Member of Parliament, Government of Tanzania) and Ben Parkin(Middle East and African News Editor, Financial Times). The keynotes taken from this valuable panel discussion are; TANZANIA
Panel: Harnessing the future- strategies for advancing AI and technology in Africa
Introduction: This year’s Financial Times Live Africa summit was held on October 29 and 30. It brought stakeholders together to explore strategies for Advancing AI and technologies across Africa. Aanu Adeoye moderated the discussion. He is a West Africa Correspondent for the Financial Times. The discussion featured Mark Elliot, Division
Africa’s AI Revolution: Strategies to Drive Future Growth and Innovation
Artificial Intelligence and technology are being embraced so fast in Africa that the continent, once thought to be skeptical about these technologies, is now shaping its own future in technology. From Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa to Egypt, these are the tech hotspots where the spirit of entrepreneurship has created
Africa Rising: Strengthening Local Business for Lasting Success – #FTLIVESummit
Africa, though often a challenging business environment, holds vast market potential. With a young and growing population, rapidly urbanizing cities and rich natural resources, it presents unique opportunities. These factors create ideal conditions for scaling up local industries and expanding domestic manufacturing. Africa’s promise lies in leveraging these assets to
Governance Reform: A Crucial Step for Unlocking Africa’s Economic Potential #FTAFRICA
Introduction Governance reform is the linchpin for Africa’s economic growth and sustainable development, emphasized Mo Ibrahim, Founder and Chairman of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, at the Financial Times Africa Summit in London. In his call to action, Ibrahim urged African leaders to prioritize governance improvements, arguing that effective governance is
Are African Leaders Most Corrupt? #FTAFRICA
Panelists (Ken Opalo, Associate Professor- School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University, Carlos Lopes Professor, Nelson Mandela School of Public Governance, UCT, Hodan Osman, President- Somali Development and Reconstruction Bank, Andrew Mitchell, Shadow Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs), at the 2024 Africa Summit organized by the Financial