Scaling Innovative Finance for Growth in the Horn of Africa
Stories & Blogs World BankFeb 10, 2025(Blog )As we step into 2025, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the future of the Horn of Africa (HoA) and the opportunities ahead.
Data protection in development: Where are we headed?
Stories & Blogs World BankFeb 06, 2025(News )Digitalization is reshaping economies worldwide, offering unprecedented opportunities for growth and better access to public and private services.
Africa's Trade and Future: Deputy Secretary-General Urges Bold Action on Finance and Debt
Stories & Blogs UNSDGAug 02, 2024(Announcement )Message on the Occasion of the African Caucus Meeting “Facilitating Intra-African Trade - Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Growth in Africa”, in Abuja, Nigeria.
“Middle-Income Trap” Hinders Progress in 108 Developing Countries.
Stories & Blogs World BankAug 01, 2024(Press release )More than 100 countries face serious obstacles that could hinder their efforts to become high-income countries in the next few decades, according to a new World Bank study.
New Country Policy and Institutional Assessment Report for Africa Highlights Best Practices to Support African Businesses.
Stories & Blogs World BankJul 16, 2024(Press release )The annual Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA) for Africa confirms that countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) weathered 2023 relatively well thanks to credible economic and social policy reforms.
5 ways that free trade can boost sustainable agriculture in Africa
Stories & Blogs World Economic ForumMay 21, 2024(Article )Africa could become the world's powerhouse, particularly with the African Continent Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) seeking to remove trade barriers.
African Economies Projected to Grow by 3.4 % in 2024, But Faster and More Equitable Growth Needed to Reduce Poverty
Stories & Blogs World BankApr 08, 2024(Press Release )Increased private consumption and declining inflation are supporting an economic rebound in Sub-Saharan Africa.