From Copenhagen to Doha: Why the Second World Summit for Social Development Matters for Africa
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (News )World leaders are gathering in Doha this week for the Second World Summit on Social Development (WSSD2), three decades after the first Summit in Copenhagen. For Africa, this gathering is not a commemorative moment, but a pivotal opportunity to rally partn
Investing in Resilience: Innovative Financing Models for Sustainable Development in the Sahel.
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (News )On August 21st, 2025, the TICAD 9 Thematic Event titled the Special Edition, AFRI CONVERSE 2025 #3, convened under the theme “Investing in Resilience: Innovative Financing Models for Sustainable Development in the Sahel.”
Exploring How Zambia Can Leverage Energy Transition Minerals (ETM) for Economic Transformation
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )Zambia's economy showed resilience in 2024, expanding by 4% despite challenges such as drought and power outages, largely due to growth in the mining sector and services.
UNDP joins the African Union and Partners to launch the Continental Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) for Africa.
Stories & Blogs UNDP-Africa (News )The plan aims to support Africa’s shift toward a circular economy that promotes green growth, resource efficiency and inclusive development.
Unlocking Cameroonian youth’s potential for more and better jobs.
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )Young individuals aged 18 to 35 constitute 57% of Cameroon's labor force, yet a significant number face challenges in securing employment.
Strengthening Genomic Surveillance in Africa: Capacity Building Beyond COVID-19.
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )In the face of global health threats, robust genomic surveillance is more critical than ever.
Africa's Higher Education Centers of Excellence: Celebrating a decade of transformative journey in revolutionizing Africa’s contribution to global research and innovation
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )The ACE Program has emerged as a model of distinction, fostering innovation, nurturing world-class expertise, and strengthening institutional capacities in critical sectors,” said His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama
Data protection in development: Where are we headed?
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )Digitalization is reshaping economies worldwide, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth and better access to public and private services.
New Education Initiative to Support Sudanese Schools and Ensure Learning Continuity for Nearly Four Million Children
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )A new World Bank-supported program aims to ensure educational continuity for nearly four million students across Sudan.
Rebuilding Somalia: Renewing Social Contract in a Fragile State Amidst Revenue Challenges
Stories & Blogs World Bank (News )Efforts to enhance revenue show promising signs, with projections indicating an increase in the domestic revenue-to-GDP ratio to 4.5% by 2030