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How Peace Initiatives in Africa are Driving Economic Development

“Peace is not merely the absence of conflict, but the presence of conditions that allow for growth and prosperity.” – Nelson Mandela As Africa stands at the crossroads of rapid.

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Inside Africa’s Anti-Graft Agencies: A Corruption Crackdown

Corruption remains one of the most pervasive challenges facing African nations, but a determined effort is shifting the tide. Across the continent, anti-corruption agencies are working to eradicate corruption by.

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Sustainable Innovations in African Refugee Camps

Despite the intent to provide temporary settlements, many refugee camps across Africa face a range of challenges that complicate the pursuit of long-term Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). These temporary settlements,.

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The Battle Against Illicit Financial Flows in Africa

Across Africa, the circulation of illicit banknotes, including counterfeits and unregulated currencies, poses a significant economic challenge, with estimates suggesting that 1-2% of the total currency in circulation in some.

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Children’s Day: Building Future Leaders

Henrietta H. Fore, Executive Director of UNICEF, encapsulates the essence of the theme “For every child, every right” with her powerful statement: “Every child deserves a fair chance in life..

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Africa Union Summit: Bostwana banks of agriculture for diversification

Botswana’s Vice President Slumber Tsogwane has stated that the agriculture sector remains a priority area for economic diversification and sector competitiveness in the country. The VP stated this while speaking.

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Dogged President of Kenya re-echo calls to end trade barrier in East Africa.

The call to end trade barriers in Africa has been on the front burner for the economic managers in the African continent and this call has been re-echoed by the.

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Tanzania’s Economy In Development Perspectives

Tanzania has been one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies with nearly 7 per cent annual national GDP growth since 2000. Yet, widespread poverty persists with 49 per cent of Tanzania’s population.

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Kenya’s GDP projected to rise by 5.7% in 2018 – World Bank

Kenya’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth is projected to rise to 5.7% in 2018—up from 4.9% in 2017—and continue to increase steadily to 5.8% in 2019, and 6.0% in.

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ICT to the Rescue: Fostering GDP Growth and Employment Opportunities

By Kingsley Okeke About 30 years ago, you may be right to have used Stone Age as a byword for Africa in relation to ICT growth and internet penetration. Since.

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