Africa is a continent brimming with potential, and its most valuable asset is its young population. Africa is the continent with the youngest population worldwide. As of 2022, around 40 percent of the population was aged 15 years and younger, compared to a global average of 25 percent.. Africa has a unique opportunity to harness…
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Africa is on the verge of a transformative era, with its workforce projected to be the most significant globally by 2100. The need to bolster the adoption of digital technologies to propel job growth for the more than 22 million Africans entering the workforce annually is underscored. This narrative revolves around Africa’s potential to contribute…
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Africa is a continent of vast resources and opportunities. However, its potential is often limited by lack of access to financing. Trade finance, which involves the financing of trade transactions between buyers and sellers, is particularly crucial for economic growth in Africa if the continent is to realise its aspiration of a fee common market.…
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Africa’s role in the global economy has been steadily growing over the past few years, with the continent home to some of the fastest-growing economies in the world. Trade finance plays a crucial role in facilitating cross-border transactions and supporting economic growth. However, businesses in Africa continue to face significant challenges in accessing trade finance,…
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Introduction With climate change accelerating, food security continues to be a topical issue globally. In Africa, even though significant progress has been made in the past decade, Food security remains a challenge. This situation is mainly due to inadequate infrastructure that affects agricultural yield, transportation, and trade. Investment in infrastructure development has the potential to…
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Africa is a continent with immense potential for economic growth and development. Over the years, Africa has traded with various countries worldwide, including Europe, China, and the United States. However, diversifying trade relationships is essential for Africa to achieve long-term economic success and stability. As Africa continues to develop, it has expanded its trade relationships…
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Africa is a continent with vast potential for growth. The region’s GDP is set to nearly double by 2050 and rise from $2 trillion today to an estimated $3 trillion. This growth will be driven by major infrastructure projects that have already been launched and others that are underway in key sectors such as transportation,…
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The extractive sector in Africa is one of the fastest growing industries globally, with Africa now accounting for more than 20% of global mining investment. The sector’s growth has been driven by fast-rising commodity prices and increased demand from emerging economies such as China and India. However, rising costs and regulatory changes have made operating…
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Agriculture is the main source of livelihood for the majority of Africa’s people and it remains the largest economic sector on the continent. The need to enhance the sector’s productivity is therefore critical to achieving sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction in Africa. In this article, we explore topical talking points for the sector with…
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Trade Prospects in a post-covid World – Nordic African Business Summit. Full Video
