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From borrowing to building: A new fiscal path for Africa
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The decline in official development assistance highlights the fragility of Africa’s fiscal model and offers an opportunity for course correction. Four archetype pathways can help stakeholders sequence practical and relevant reforms to mobilize and manage resources and build more resilient public finance systems.
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Building data centers for Africa’s unique market dynamics
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The market for data centers in Africa is entering a phase of accelerated
growth. Success will depend on strategies that reflect local realities and
capture global best practices.
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Closing the loop: The quest for gender parity in African tech
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Africa leads in women’s participation in tech, but more work is needed to close the gender gap. Tackling drop-offs at three key stages of women’s professional journeys can help level up the sector.
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Breaking down barriers for women in Africa’s tech space
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Jeniffer Ramnath knows what it means to strive—and what it takes to succeed—as a woman in the tech industry.
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Women in the Workplace 2025: India, Nigeria, and Kenya
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In India, Nigeria, and Kenya, distinct but systemic challenges prevent women from reaching leadership roles at scale. The countries could learn from each other to accelerate progress toward equity.
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Leading, not lagging: Africa’s gen AI opportunity
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Gen AI is set to create significant value across sectors, and Africa has an opportunity to leapfrog other regions to capitalize on this transformative technology.
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Remember the future: The next frontier for African telcos
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A new era of growth awaits African telcos, but to reach the continent’s next 500 million users, operators will need bold, forward-thinking strategic choices in four key areas.
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Redefining success: A new playbook for African fintech leaders
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As African fintechs evolve, businesses and investors are shifting their focus from a growth-at-all-costs approach to investing in sustainable paths to success.
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Overcoming sub-Saharan Africa’s health workforce paradox
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Many countries in sub-Saharan Africa face high healthcare worker unemployment—while coping with a severe shortage of healthcare professionals. Five strategic shifts may help narrow the gap.
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Turning a corner: The State of Grocery Retail South Africa 2024
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After several challenging years, South Africa’s grocery market appears to be turning a corner. What are the implications for grocery players?
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Nature stress test: Assessing exposure of five African banking systems
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Nature-related risks are impacting Africa’s natural ecosystems and economy. An enabling environment could accelerate action from Africa’s private financial sector to manage risks and opportunities.
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Vital signs: Emergency medicine for distressed manufacturing sites
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At some factories, underperformance isn’t just financial—it may also threaten safety, quality, or the environment. An unconventional improvement approach can help these sites regain health and vitality.
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As a result of its high exposure and vulnerability to climate hazards, a third of the people considered most at risk in the world live in Africa.
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