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Back to the Pan-Africanism Trail. Join us at the upcoming Africa Day Alumni Dialogue Series: Challenges and Opportunities Towards Achieving the Agenda 2063, scheduled for May 23, 2024, at 03:00 PM (West Africa Time). The event is being organized by the U.S. Exchange Program Alumni Association in Angola with speakers invited from the six regions: Northern Africa, Western Africa, Central Africa, Eastern Africa, Southern Africa, and the sixth region that constitutes the African Diaspora.  It is to be noted that as the continent rolled into the second decade for the implementation of Agenda 2063,  effective participation of all stakeholders is a critical success factor to rekindle the spirit of working together to forge the destiny of the continent in achieving the Africa We Want. #AfricaDayDialogue #TheAfricaWeWant #Agenda2063 #ImplmentationDecade Elvis Yirenkyi Ayeh Register in advance via https://lnkd.in/dWnXpsqQ

it was such a great opportunity to learn about Agenda 2063 which is Africa's blueprint and masterplan for transforming Africa into the global powerhouse of the future by delivering its goal for inclusive and sustainable development.it is broader in scope as it ranges from social, economic, political to cultural aspects. #The Africa we want. #AIIDEV Africa.

🌍 Reflecting on an inspiring Africa Day event hosted by The Mentorship Boardroom and Wits School of Governance last night, themed "Fit-for-Africa: what will it take to turn around the fortunes of Africa?" 🌟 Last night's discussions resonated deeply with me. We delved into the essence of African identity, recognizing our worth and pivotal role in driving the change we aspire to see. It's time to reshape our narratives, to understand that we hold the power to craft solutions tailored to our needs, without waiting for external validation. However, what truly kept me awake after this enlightening discourse was the realization that our journey to self-fulfillment as Africans hinges on more than just global competitiveness. It's about inclusivity, ensuring that the most marginalized among us are not left behind. They are the litmus test of our progress, reflecting how far we've truly come. We cannot afford to turn a blind eye to the plight of the most vulnerable in our society – the naked, the unfed, the uneducated, the unempowered, and the unseen. Until we break the chains of poverty and exclusion that bind them, our journey remains incomplete. Let's commit ourselves to a future where every African, regardless of circumstance, can thrive. Let's create solutions that uplift and empower all members of our society. Together, we can build a continent where everyone has the opportunity to shine. 🌟 #AfricaDay #Inclusivity #Empowerment #ChangeAgents #Wits #AfricanExcellence #FitforAfrica

🌍 Pan African Organizations Summit! Theme: Shaping Africa's Future Amidst Challenges 🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of PSC and ECOSOCC 📍: Alisa Hotel, Accra, Ghana 🗓 :15 July 2024 🧾 Background: Africa's myriad political, socio- economic, and security challenges are mounting as the AU Constitutive Act, is being undermined, Regional communities are grappling with political turmoil that threatens the fundamental economic foundations on which they were established. In light of these challenges, a gathering with Pan African Organizations is planned on the sidelines of the ECOSOCC's 20th Anniversary commemoration to build consensus and propose actionable steps for CSOs to urge the AU to address, if not resolve, the escalating tensions, crises, and conflicts. Atrocities Watch Africa Humanity United African Union ECOSOCC 🌟 Join us to shape Africa’s future!  #PanAfricanSummit #AUSummit2024 #ShapeAfricasFuture

CALL FOR PAPERS | Tracking Africa’s Development Progress: Towards Agenda 2063 - HSRC Agenda 2063 is a 50-year vision statement for the transformative development of Africa. It aspires to foster inclusive growth, sustainable development, good governance, social inclusion, peace and security, and global participation, among other compelling but ambitious goals. So far, early into the second decade of this multifaceted transformation plan, emerging research underscores uneven findings and outcomes of Africa’s developmental progress. This Africa Insight special issue invites contributions showing how countries and regions across the continent have performed against the vision promoted in Agenda 2063. Africa Insight is particularly interested in publishing manuscripts that compare experiences across at least two countries in different regions of the continent. Priority will be given to studies that place gender and living standards at the forefront. All studies must adopt a comparative approach. Submissions can be made online via the following: https://lnkd.in/gUTXmEPv For any further information or clarity regarding submissions, please do not hesitate to contact the editors at Agenda2063@hsrc.ac.za.

The African Union has marked 2024 as the year of Education with the theme: Education Fit for the 21st Century, recognising that Education is the foundation for individual success and a prosperous Africa. What does being African mean to you? What are you doing to advance our common agenda? #AfricaDay #Education #FutureOfAfrica

"Curbing state capture by a few groups that abuse their proximity to those with political power calls for improving institutions by fostering efficiency and integrity. The actions proposed by the West Africa Citizen Think Tank (WATHI), which I lead, include strengthening institutions that control the use of public resources and combating corruption while institutionalizing citizen participation in public policy debate as an essential component of democratic governance. We also recommend a deliberate institutional approach aimed at reducing spatial inequalities within countries by monitoring progress in the delivery of public services.  Helping stabilize the countries of the Sahel is essential for sustainable economic development across a vast swath of the African continent... Throughout West Africa, sustainable economic and social progress—not to be confused with short-term economic growth—depends on refocusing efforts toward building institutions and investing in people". The link to the article is below. French version will be available soon. https://lnkd.in/gytwdxZW #sahel #westafrica #africa #afrique

"Boosting the resources of the IDA represents an effective way to respond to the obstacles that African countries encounter in the current global system." 📈 Ghanian President, Nana Akufo-Addo, spoke at a gathering of African leaders in #Nairobi last month to discuss the potential of the International Development Association (IDA). 🌍 Listen to Africa's leaders advocacy for the IDA's replenishment and its ability to lay the foundation for real economic transformation in Africa.👊🏿🔽 https://lnkd.in/e9ZJscDN #DearG20 #FinanceTheFuture

The Africa We Want: A Closer Look The vision for a prosperous Africa revolves around inclusive and sustainable economic growth. It aims to reduce poverty, create jobs, and ensure access to essential services like healthcare and education for all citizens. Sustainable development is key, focusing on the responsible use of natural resources and investment in renewable energy. Industrialization and innovation are also crucial, with efforts to build industries that process raw materials into finished goods and encourage technological advancements. Achieving this vision requires collective effort, commitment, and effective coordination among all African countries and their partners, ensuring that Africa fulfills the aspirations of its people and takes its rightful place on the global stage. The seven focus areas of Agenda 2063, "The Africa We Want," are: 1. A Prosperous Africa, based on inclusive growth and sustainable development 2. An Integrated Continent, politically united and based on the ideals of Pan-Africanism and the vision of Africa’s Renaissance 3. An Africa of Good Governance, Democracy, Respect for Human Rights, Justice, and the Rule of Law 4. A Peaceful and Secure Africa 5. An Africa with a Strong Cultural Identity, Common Heritage, Values, and Ethics 6. An Africa Whose Development is People-Driven, Relying on the Potential of African People, especially its Women and Youth 7. Africa as a Strong, United, Resilient, and Influential Global Player and Partner #SDGs #aiidevafrica

What should be the top priority for Africa in 2024? #ForesightAfrica #EmergingMarketsOfAfrica #UNCTAD #TopPriorityAfrica — Outlook on the priority for Africa in 2023 encompassed strategies for expanding the benefits of economic growth to all Africans — The global economic backdrop has highlighted Africa’s status as the next big market poised for unprecedented growth in the coming years. AfrogateResearch.net - Knowledge Empowerment, Research Visibility, and Impact