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The institution aims to both reclaim and elevate the legacy of West African art, while providing a collaborative platform for scholars. By

Cheaper Chinese cars are gaining a foothold in cash-conscious South Africa, but manufacturers are yet to produce in-country.

Kako Nubupko discusses his hopes for a future that prioritises agriculture, investment and good governance.

The 8th PIDA Week is set to be a pivotal event for advancing Africa's infrastructure development agenda. This year’s theme, "Fostering Resilient and Inclusive Infrastructure for Africa’s Sustainable Growth: Leveraging Transformative Financing and Regional Integration," focuses on the critical intersections of water-energy-food nexus, green transport, urban development, and the broader green economy. PIDA Week 2024 will serve as a platform for stakeholders to discuss progress, forge new partnerships, and explore innovative financing solutions for Africa’s infrastructure needs.

In her keynote address at the opening of the 8th PIDA Week in Addis Ababa, AUDA-NEPAD CEO Mrs. Nardos Bekele-Thomas emphasised the need for resilient, inclusive infrastructure to power Africa's development. Highlighting key projects, financing challenges, and regional integration, she urged collective action to bridge gaps and unlock the continent's economic potential.

Gaborone hosted experts from across Africa to discuss how to secure the continent's economic future amid rising uncertainty.

Africa has demonstrated incredible successes but the journey remains long and progress has been slow, argues UNECA's Claver Gatete.

COP29’s climate finance deal has been widely slammed for failing to meet the needs of developing countries.

The President-elect has indicated he would slap tariffs on countries threatening to erode the dollar's reserve status.

In a wide-ranging interview the president of the African Development Bank looks back at his two terms in office and says the world, and the Bank, are very different to when he took over.