October 12, 2022
Nigeria: How Finance Minister Is Helping Her Country Navigate the Global Economic Crisis
Zainab Shamsuna Ahmed is the minister of finance, budget and national planning of Nigeria, Africa's largest economy. Lately, she has had to help her country navigate the global… Read more »
Africa: African Health Ministers Take Steps to Curb Ebola Disease Outbreak
Ministers of Health and government representatives from 9 African countries today agreed on joint measures to stop the potential spread of the ongoing Ebola disease outbreak in… Read more »
Africa: AfCFTA's Guided Trade Initiative Takes Off, Set to Ease and Boost Intra-African Trade
8 countries kick off trade under African Continental Free Trade Area's preferential terms in step towards One African Market Read more »
October 11, 2022
Africa: How the Islamic Development Bank Is Financing Projects in Africa
- Mansur Muhtar, Vice President, Islamic Development Bank Read more »
October 10, 2022
Africa: Ongoing Regional Infrastructure Will Boost Free Trade in Africa
In Part 2 of the interview with Africa Renewal's Kingsley Ighobor, the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Akinwumi Adesina says investments in inter-state roads,… Read more »
October 03, 2022
Africa: New Report Outlines How Digital Finance Can Drive Women's Economic Empowerment in Africa
A new report reveals persistent barriers in the digital finance sector that limit women's economic empowerment in Africa, while recommending policy responses to overcome them. Read more »
September 30, 2022
Africa: Global Africa Business Initiative Inspires Business, Political, and Cultural Leaders to Advance Equitable Growth for the Continent
Part of UN General Assembly week, UN Global Compact initiative sparks new strategies for African development and business Read more »
August 22, 2022
Africa: In the Race Against #AfricaClimateCrisis, There's Still Hope - Five Reasons Why
The current drought in Eastern Africa is causing extreme levels of food insecurity affecting over 50 million people this year. Billed by FAO as "a climatic event not seen in at… Read more »
Africa: Calling for Just, Well-Financed Climate Action in Africa
Green economy can be impetus for growth and development Read more »
August 19, 2022
Africa: Guterres - World Humanitarian Day Salutes 'The Best of Humanity'
The hundreds of thousands of aid workers globally who dedicate their lives to assist people in need represent "the best in humanity", UN Secretary-General António Guterres… Read more »
August 17, 2022
Africa: Holding Onto Hope As We Mark #WorldHumanitarianDay2022
Let's recognize humanitarians who work tirelessly, day and night, to save lives at risk Read more »
August 16, 2022
Togo: Togo and UN Sign MOU to Establish African Cybersecurity Centre
Based in Lome, the centre will promote cybersecurity and fight cybercrime Read more »
August 14, 2022
São Tomé and Príncipe: São Tomé and Príncipe - Tangible Gains for Women in Politics
A blog by Resident Coordinator, Eric Overvest Read more »
August 10, 2022
Africa: UN, AU Prepare for 2022 Africa Amnesty Month - September
People who voluntarily surrender their illicit weapons and ammunition will not be arrested or prosecuted Read more »
August 08, 2022
Africa: Fintech, Other Knowledge-Intensive Services Could Drive Africa's Prosperity, Boost Inclusion
Paul Akiwumi, Director of UNCTAD's Division for Africa, discusses a newly released report that urges diversification of African economies Read more »
Africa: Empowering Women to Boost Africa's Water Security
As climate change affects water sources, ensuring women participate in water management decisions also improves incomes and health Read more »
August 05, 2022
Africa: Boosting Intra-African Trade Will Power Post-Covid-19 Recovery and Foster Food Security
International Trade Centre's 'One Trade Africa' is helping African MSMEs leverage market opportunities Read more »
August 03, 2022
Africa: Calling Record Profits From Oil and Gas 'Immoral', UN Secretary-General Urges Support to Most Vulnerable, Transition to Renewables
Latest recommendations from the UN Global Crisis Response Group call for windfall tax to fund fair policies and sustainable energy solutions Read more »
August 01, 2022
Africa: A Young Population, Innovation and Technology Will Transform Africa
-- Says Ismail Badjie, Founder & CEO of Innovarx Global Health Read more »
July 28, 2022
Africa: Amid Global Crises, Africa Has Opportunities for Innovative Development Financing
Ambassador Agnes Mary Chimbiri-Molande is the first female Malawi Permanent Representative to the United Nations headquarters in New York. She spoke to Africa Renewal's Franck… Read more »
Africa: I Went Into the Government With Fight Against Female Genital Mutilation
Morissanda Kouyaté, co-winner of the 2020 United Nations Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize was in New York to receive his prize on 18 July, Nelson Mandela International Day.… Read more »
July 27, 2022
Malawi: 12, 000 Births, Zero Deaths - Malawians Celebrate Hero Midwife Charity Salima
She also raises awareness about the dangers of teenage pregnancy Read more »
July 26, 2022
Africa: Jobs and Climate Action Are Top Priorities of Young People in Africa
Chido Cleopatra Mpemba, African Union Envoy on Youth Read more »
Congo-Kinshasa: You Will Succeed If You Believe in Your Dream - Fintech Founder
Meet Félix Maroy, Founder and CEO FYATU, a Congolese fintech company Read more »
July 21, 2022
Africa: Crowdfunding Emerging As Financing Source for Entrepreneurs
Crowdfunding platforms also lower cost barriers for investors Read more »