Africa’s economic rise is a world-changing development, but the sources of its emerging strength – and lingering weaknesses – are little understood. With support from the Mastercard Foundation, The African Century provides a unique platform for debate about the vital issues shaping African societies.
Oct 12, 2021 argues that investing in the continent’s young people can generate enormous economic development benefits.
Sep 1, 2021 touts multilateral efforts to enable the continent to avoid future shortages of key pharmaceutical products.
Aug 19, 2021 explains why Mozambique must couple economic development with family-planning and education investments.
Aug 9, 2021 argues that credit-rating agencies’ kneejerk decisions are undermining the region’s economic prospects.
Jul 13, 2021 explains why Africa needs new development strategies and investment priorities to help realize its potential.
Jul 8, 2021 explains what will be required to make the continent’s economies inclusive, green, and digital.
Even if today’s fears of a global production meltdown prove to be exaggerated, COVID-19 has exposed the myriad vulnerabilities of cross-border value chains. The key issue, beyond the immediate priority of easing input shortages, is whether firms will need state help to protect themselves against future supply disruptions.
