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The New Scramble for Africa: A 2024 Perspective In 1884, the Berlin Conference marked the partition of Africa among European powers, treating it like a piece of cake. Fast forward to 2024, and we see a parallel narrative unfolding. This time, major tech companies and governments from every corner of the globe are strategizing to tap into Africa, the last untapped market in the world. With Africa currently importing almost everything and producing very little, the question arises: How can the continent leverage this renewed interest to its benefit? Let's delve into the strategies that could redefine Africa's role in the global economy. #Africa2024 #TechInvasion #GlobalStrategy #EconomicTransformation

🌍📱 **How Do Young Africans See African-Led Innovation and Digital Tech Solutions?** Africa is increasingly becoming a hub for innovation, yet persistent stereotypes often overshadow these successes. The latest study by Africa No Filter, **"Africa – Innovator or Imitator?"** dives deep into how young Africans perceive home-grown technological capabilities. Key Findings: 🔹 **62%** believe in the power of African innovation, preferring local solutions. 🔹 **48%** see Africa as capable of producing the next big innovation. 🔹 **64%** are aware of innovations in their countries. 🔹 Infrastructure remains the biggest barrier, cited by **53%** of respondents. The study reveals a strong belief in local innovation, despite challenges. Let's change the narrative and celebrate Africa's technological prowess! Read more about the study and its findings: https://ow.ly/5uUx50SR70b #AfricanInnovation #DigitalAfrica #TechForGood #AfricaNoFilter #Innovation

💡 Big Wins for African Business this Week: 🌍 South Africa will lead the G20 in 2025, a huge milestone for African economic influence globally. 🌱 The green economy in Africa is set to create millions of jobs by 2030, driving sustainable growth across the continent. 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe is working to restructure its debt for infrastructure growth and economic recovery. 📊 Africa is on the rise! How are you positioning your business for growth on the continent? 🚀 #AfricaRising #SustainableGrowth #LeadershipInBusiness #GreenEconomy #ElevateBlackBusiness

As the curtains draw to a close on the Connected Africa Summit 2024, profound discussions continue to resonate; indeed, the real essence lies in unlocking the latent potential within Africa's digital ecosystem, ensuring every individual has the opportunity to participate in and benefit from the digital revolution. With concerted efforts and unwavering commitment, we can bridge the digital divide and pave the way for a brighter, more prosperous Africa. Here's to shaping the future of a connected Africa and unleashing its limitless possibilities. #ConnectedAfricaSummit #DigitalTransformation #DigitalEconomy #Connectingdots #AfricaAgenda2063 #AfricaRising

African leaders are converging In Kenya's capital, Nairobi for the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA21) summit, a crucial two-day event aimed at tackling development challenges across the continent. The summit seeks to foster discussions and initiatives geared towards fostering prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable economies in Africa, a region grappling with various socio-economic hurdles. https://lnkd.in/emkuqy_B

The story of Africa is NOT of a "stagnant, unchanging and predictable continent." Prof. Yemi Osinbajo The world needs a dynamic Africa and the continent is full of dynamic people, particularly the youth bringing dynamic and innovative solutions to the global stage. We must continue to change the narrative of our continent and we cannot achieve this without our youth. We must provide them with the resources and platforms necessary to succeed. For example " UNDP $1billion Africa Innovation Foundation was launched.  This is the largest facility in the world for supporting the Africa innovation ecosystem. timbuktoo Africa currently has eight sector specific hubs, which are designed to be pan-African Centres of Excellence in their respective verticals; a global African virtual innovation hub is a vital part of the ecosystem." Prof. Yemi Osinbajo Read more at https://lnkd.in/gJJ-afBv #futperspectives #innovation #africa #youth #africanyouth #dynamic #dynamicafrica

UN to host a Youth led initiative to Contribute Policy Perspectives The UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa(OSAA) is set to host a youth-led knowledge production exercise pegged to the Summit’s priorities on 9, 16 and 23 September focused on Africa's digital transformation. This upcoming gathering will bring together key stakeholders to discuss the continent's progress and challenges in leveraging digital technologies for sustainable development. The event aims to highlight the importance of digital innovation in driving economic growth, improving public services, and enhancing social inclusion across African nations. Participants will explore strategies to accelerate digital adoption, address infrastructure gaps, and promote digital skills development. The discussions will emphasize the need for collaborative efforts between governments, private sector entities, and international partners to create an enabling environment for Africa's digital economy. #AfricanDigitalTransformation #UnitedNations #TechInnovation #SustainableDevelopment #DigitalEconomy

African leaders are converging In Kenya's capital, Nairobi for the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA21) summit, a crucial two-day event aimed at tackling development challenges across the continent. The summit seeks to foster discussions and initiatives geared towards fostering prosperous, inclusive, and sustainable economies in Africa, a region grappling with various socio-economic hurdles. https://lnkd.in/eX7-csHP

Dear Reader, If you're taking a moment to read this, thank you for your curiosity. As we work together to overcome the challenges facing our continent, the African Union has introduced an ambitious plan - Agenda 2063. This master plan aims to transform Africa into a global powerhouse, and we're excited to explore its potential. Agenda 2063 is a game-changer, and a transformative plan that will benefit all Africans, especially the youth. Since the youth are the ones to build the Africa we envision, now is the time to invest in them and provide the tools they need to thrive: quality education, healthcare, job opportunities, and a seat at the decision-making table. If we do this right, Agenda 2063 will be a resounding success - a plan that empowers all Africans, not just a select few. Kudos to the African Union for taking this bold step! #Africa #AfricanUnion #Agenda2063

Leaders and stakeholders from across Africa have converged to advocate for inclusive participation and solution-driven innovations after the two-day Unstoppable Africa event, held on September 25-26 alongside the United Nations General Assembly . This summit, themed “Unstoppable Africa: Shaping Global Ambitions for Agenda 2063,” attracted over 2,000 participants, including CEOs, investors, policymakers, and innovators, all focused on establishing Africa as a global leader. Key discussions centered on unlocking inclusive trade growth, Africa’s role in clean energy, digital advancements, and the global impact of African creativity and sports. During the summit, United Nations Assistant Secretary-General Sanda Ojiambo praised the Africa Business Leaders Coalition for its impactful leadership, highlighting a nearly 25% reduction in carbon footprints among participating businesses since the launch of a climate statement at COP27. Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed emphasized the essential role of Africa’s private sector in driving transformative change, asserting that with the right investments and partnerships, Africa is poised for substantial growth. A standout moment was the launch of Itana, Africa’s first Digital Free Zone, which aims to enable global technology, finance, and service businesses to operate seamlessly in Nigeria and scale across Africa entirely online. This initiative is set to offer attractive incentives, including tax breaks and streamlined immigration processes while fostering a collaborative environment for innovative urban development. The event culminated in the announcement of several significant partnerships aimed at shaping Africa's future, including contributions to the Mine Tech Hub and the Timbuktoo Initiative focused on youth empowerment and digitalization. With ambitious plans and concrete partnerships now in place, the 2024 Unstoppable Africa event concluded on a note of optimism and a shared commitment to harness Africa’s potential for global leadership. #UnstoppableAfrica #Agenda2063 #AfricaLeadership #DigitalEconomy #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction #Innovation #PrivateSector #Partnerships https://zurl.co/Yl1C