Turning the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) into a reality for small and mid-sized businesses in Africa.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – AfricaMay 19, 2025(Blog )The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is poised to serve as Africa's gateway to economic transformation. AfCFTA is already proving to be a pivotal force in reshaping the economic landscape of Africa.
Africa’s super election year: bolting resilience against winds of democratic recession
Stories & Blogs UNDP – AfricaApr 30, 2025(Blog )Africa’s new democracy narrative emerged in 2024, marking a significant chapter in the long and sometimes challenging journey toward democratic governance on the continent.
Seeds of hope: Zambia’s fight against drought
Stories & Blogs OCHAJan 09, 2025(News )Zambia is enduring its worst drought in four decades, with devastating consequences for people across the country.
Mozambique: Rebuilding lives in Cabo Delgado
Stories & Blogs OCHANov 22, 2024(News )The impact of the seven-year conflict in Cabo Delgado remains profound, affecting internally displaced people, host communities and returnees.
It takes a village to cultivate a culture of Peace.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – AfricaSep 20, 2024(Blog )The Gulf of Guinea (Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo) has faced challenges in preventing and responding to activities by violent extremist groups expanding their reach from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
Connecting Change, Storytelling, and Data to Drive Impactful Results : Innovative Strategies for Measuring Impact: Insights from 14 African Country Offices - Part 2.
Stories & Blogs UNDP – AfricaSep 18, 2024(Blog )By aligning compelling narratives with solid evidence and integrating feedback loops into the MEL system, countries can ensure their development initiatives remain both effective and responsive.
UN relief chief: War and hunger could destroy Sudan
Stories & Blogs OCHAAug 25, 2023(News )The war in Sudan is fueling a humanitarian emergency of epic proportions. This viral conflict – and the hunger, disease and displacement left in its wake – now threatens to consume the entire country.
Young entrepreneurs set to lead the African Free Trade Area
Stories & Blogs IFCAug 23, 2023(News )Under the theme “Igniting the Future for Youth in Trade”, the workshop equipped over 50 youth entrepreneurs with the skills and tools to successfully participate in intra-Africa trade.