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What to know about Agenda 2063. The General Assembly of the Africa Union adopted Agenda 2063 in 2015. It is structured as a 50-year development blueprint, implemented through five (5) 10-year implementation plan.  Agenda 2063 is the blueprint and master plan for the socio-economic transformation of Africa into a global powerhouse of the future.  It outlined the strategic framework that aims to deliver on its goals for inclusive and sustainable development. It's aimed at realizing the Africa we want by integrating prosperous, peaceful Africa driven by its citizens and representing a dynamic force in the international arena. Agenda 2063 is divided into the following seven key areas: 1. A prosperous Africa based on inclusive growth and development. 2. Integrated continet, politically United and based on ideals Pan-Africanism and vision of Africa 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 shared value and ethics. 6. An Africa whose development is people driven relying on the potential of Africa people especially it's women & youths and caring for children  7. Africa as a strong, unified  & influential global player and partner. AIIDEV Africa 

Join this interesting webinar conversation at 12 noon (GMT) today on the various infrastructure that must be built to connect Africans with Africa, to integrate our markets and realise the free movement of people, goods, services, ideas and cultures. If AU is to have any chance to compete with EU etc in our quest to build our own single market then we must invest in infrastructures that link us together. Indeed, the single market is crucial to building a continent of opportunities and shared prosperity http://bit.ly/40tAqsM

Online Course on Peace and Development Nexus in Africa: Governance, Financing, and Country Systems Are you passionate about sustainable development, governance, and financing in Africa? Here's a fantastic opportunity to deepen your understanding and make a meaningful impact: Peace and Development Nexus in Africa: Governance, Financing, and Country Systems This comprehensive online course, offered by the UNSSC (United Nations System Staff College), dives into: ✅ The interconnectedness of peace and development in Africa ✅ Strengthening governance frameworks ✅ Innovative financing solutions and leveraging country systems Who is it for? Professionals, policymakers, and practitioners looking to enhance their knowledge and drive impactful change in their organizations and communities. Why enroll? ✔ Gain practical insights into Africa's unique challenges and opportunities ✔ Learn from top experts and peers in the field ✔ Equip yourself with tools to contribute to sustainable development and peacebuilding Don’t miss out on this chance to broaden your perspective and be a part of Africa's transformation. 🌟 🔗 Learn more and enroll here: https://lnkd.in/egWksbG9 #SustainableDevelopment #Peacebuilding #Governance #Africa #UNSSC #Innovation #CapacityBuilding

🌍 Join the Local Public Sector Alliance Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Working Group Webinar on Intergovernmental Supervision and Decentralization in Africa. 📢 We’re excited to invite you to the upcoming Local Public Sector Alliance (LPSA) Sub-Saharan Africa Regional Working Group Meeting. This engaging session will focus on intergovernmental relations—exploring the role of supervision mechanisms in shaping decentralization efforts across Africa. 🔗 Register here: https://lnkd.in/evSrTeAW Key Discussion Points: - How has the implementation of intergovernmental supervision varied across different African countries? -How do prevailing intergovernmental supervision regimes affect local and regional governments? - Are these practices a barrier to decentralization and autonomy of sub-national governments, or are they necessary tools for stability and accountability? - What reforms or best practices can improve the balance between local autonomy and oversight? Join us for this dynamic discussion and connect with policymakers, practitioners, and researchers committed to strengthening decentralization and localization across Africa. 🌐 English-French interpretation will be available. 📢 Don’t miss out—register today and be part of the conversation! Jaap De Visser Tinashe Carlton Chigwata Gildas O. SACRAMENTO Judy Oduma Jamie Boex Paddy Siyanga Knudsen Intergovernmental Relations Technical Committee (IGRTC) ILGS Ghana Marina Jandrevska Limabenla Jamir Lynnet Wambui Dullah Omar Institute (DOI) Dr. Kipkurui Chepkwony Gertrude Rose Gamwera Buyinga Kah Walla Alice Malongte #Decentralization #IntergovernmentalRelations #Governance #LPSA #LocalPublicSectorAlliance #Africa #localgovernance East African County and Local Governments Association (EACLGA)

✨ REPORT LAUNCH ✨ SAIIA, together with the Malawi Economic Justice Network, unveils a new report that explores the governance challenges identified by civil society organisations in #Malawi. Through the Malawi African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Popular Sensitisation Project, CSOs developed a comprehensive governance assessment of the country’s strengths and weaknesses. Launched in Lilongwe today, the report highlights these 9 key issues and makes recommendations to address them: 🗳️Political and electoral governance ✊ Human rights 🤳 Access to information ⚖ Corruption 💳 Social protection 📚 Education 🏥 Health 👷♀️ Employment 🌍 Climate change and environmental governance   👉 Download a copy: https://lnkd.in/dFD4SGif #CivilSociety #Governance #ElectoralReforms #APRM

I am youth-representative at the Fifth Continental Workshop on 'Strengthening Institutional Capacities in Africa for Effective Implementation of the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and African Union Agenda 2063' convened by African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) and United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs 🌍 It is humbling to be with Dr Geraldine J. Fraser-Moleketi Chair, of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Public Administration and Dr Ibrahim Nyei, Deputy Minister of International Cooperation and Economic Integration in Liberia 🇱🇷 Reflection - How can countries improve coordination and collaboration across sectors to address the interconnected challenges of poverty, hunger, and climate change, ensuring a holistic approach to achieving the SDGs and Agenda 2063 goals in Africa? #LeaveNoOneBehind #TheAfricaWeWant

Check out part 2 of the "Free Access to Information Law" on our #AfriThreads with #APRM #Africa2063 #accesstoinfo #digitaltransformation

✨#ICYMI✨ SAIIA, together with the Malawi Economic Justice Network, unveiled a new report last week that explores the governance challenges identified by civil society organisations in #Malawi. Through the Malawi African Peer Review Mechanism Popular Sensitisation Project, CSOs developed a comprehensive governance assessment of the country’s strengths and weaknesses. The report highlights these 9 key issues and makes recommendations to address them: 🗳️Political and electoral governance ✊ Human rights 🤳 Access to information ⚖ Corruption 💳 Social protection 📚 Education 🏥 Health 👷♀️ Employment 🌍 Climate change and environmental governance 👉 Download a copy: https://lnkd.in/dFD4SGif #CivilSociety #Governance #ElectoralReforms #APRM

🌍 Exciting Opportunity: Free Online Course on the Peace and Development Nexus in Africa! 🌍   I’m pleased to share that the UN Office of the Special Adviser on Africa (OSAA), in collaboration with the United Nations System Staff College (UNSSC), is launching an #onlinecourse titled "Peace and Development Nexus in Africa: Governance, Financing, and Country Systems." This course is tailored for policymakers and government officials involved in governance and development across #Africa, with a particular focus on those working in Ministries of #Finance and #Planning, #Energy, #Agriculture, #Education, and #Interior. The course will offer key insights into the interconnectedness of #peace, #sustainabledevelopment, #financing, and #governance. You will be introduced to an interlinked conceptual framework exploring these relations. ✅Module 1: Durable Peace Requires Sustainable Development  ✅Module 2: Sustainable Development Requires (Nationally Owned) Sustainable Financing – The Triple Nexus Framework   ✅Module 3: Sustainable Financing Requires Control Over Economic and Financial Flows  ✅Module 4: Control Over Economic and Financial Flows Requires Strong and Effective Institutions and Governance  ✅Module 5: Implementing Effective Policies with a Case Study on School Meals Weekly live webinars will feature experts, academics and practitioners and allow participants to delve into the content more deeply. 🗓️ Course Details: ➡️Start Date: 11 November ➡️Duration: 5 weeks ➡️Live Webinars: Every Thursday from 8:00 - 10:00 AM EST ➡️Mode: Online (self-paced modules with blended text and video lectures and weekly facilitated webinars) ➡️Cost: Free of charge, thanks to the generous contribution from the UN Peace and Development Trust Fund   Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion upon finalizing all modules, making this a valuable opportunity to enhance skills and knowledge at no cost!   📢 I would greatly appreciate your support in sharing this opportunity with your African government to ensure that relevant stakeholders across the continent are aware of this opportunity.   👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dchUhZCH Thank you in advance for helping spread the word! 🙏

A new report by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) explores how Ethiopia can overcome key challenges to foster economic transformation and diversify its economy. The study offers a data-driven assessment of gaps in the country’s productive capacities and provides a roadmap for long-term, integrated development strategies. This publication is part of a broader UN project funded by the United Nations Peace and Development Fund to address structural barriers to sustainable development. Read the full report: https://ow.ly/fy9650UvSMq